About the role#
We are looking for Vulnerability Research Interns to join our Cyber Security team for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site internship where you will work on technical problems for our Defense and Homeland Security customers. You must have the ability and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance.
What you'll do#
- Identify vulnerable code patterns in real-world software using and improving internal tools.
- Perform binary analysis and instrumentation using both static and dynamic analysis methods.
- Develop software to scale and prioritize research efforts.
- Engage in technical work across a variety of technologies.
What you'll need#
- Experience writing code in Python and at least one compiled language, preferably C.
- A foundation in low-level systems concepts such as memory layout, CPU architecture (x86, ARM, or MIPS), OS internals, or compiler behavior.
- Practical experience with vulnerability research, binary analysis, and reverse engineering through coursework, CTF competitions, or online wargames.
- Familiarity with tools like IDA, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, or various debuggers.
- Knowledge of security fundamentals including exploit mitigations like ASLR, DEP/NX, and stack canaries, as well as cryptographic concepts and protocols like TCP/IP, HTTP, and DNS.
- Enrollment in a Computer Science or Computer Engineering degree program.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship located on-site in Melbourne, FL, St. Petersburg, FL, or San Antonio, TX.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Research Innovations Incorporated
Research Innovations Incorporated provides software development services for defense, intelligence, and cyber clients. The company focuses on Joint All-Domain Command and Control, mobile computing, and cyberspace operations. It was founded in 2009 and operates out of its headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. The firm employs between 201 and 500 people.
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