Group 05-59 | CO-OP (IoT) | Cyber System Assessments | July - December 2026

About the role#

This co-op position within the Cyber System Assessments Group focuses on research and development for compromise detection in Internet of Things (IoT) devices. You will work alongside a team of experts to analyze device exploitation trends and develop novel detection techniques. This role is a full-time, paid opportunity running from July through December 2026.

What you'll do#

• Conduct research and development focused on IoT compromise detection.
• Develop web services as part of your technical project work.
• Create new techniques for identifying system compromises.
• Research and analyze current trends in IoT device exploitation.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment as a junior or senior undergraduate, or graduate student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a similar technical program.
• Proficiency in Linux OS internals, Git, and Docker.
• Experience with common exploitation techniques.
• Programming skills in Python, Django, and React.
• Ability to perform technical writing and deliver presentations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance, which requires a pre-employment background investigation and U.S. citizenship.

Location & details#

• Location: Lexington, Massachusetts
• Work Modality: Hybrid
• Term: Fall 2026 (July – December)