About the role#
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is looking for an IT Security Engineer Intern to join the Integrated Mission Systems team in San Diego. You will work alongside a project cyber security lead and a team of engineers to address technical challenges for the Department of Defense.
What you'll do#
- Partner with a project cyber security lead on security initiatives.
- Collaborate with mission-focused engineers to solve defense-related challenges.
What you'll need#
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.
- Initiative, creativity, and reliability.
- A sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Cybersecurity.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- The role is based on-site in San Diego, California.
- Hiring is on a rolling basis.
About Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)
Innovative Defense Technologies provides automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for mission-critical systems. The company focuses on the Department of Defense. It uses its patented Automated Test and ReTest technology to support the software testing lifecycle. Founded in 2006, the firm is based in Arlington, Virginia. It employs between 201 and 500 people.
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