Cybersecurity Software Engineering Intern

About us:

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do:

The Viasat Global Space Networks security team is responsible for all aspects of security as it relates to our broadband satellite communications systems. This encompasses cryptography, secure protocols, and key management for these systems, but more critically, true cybersecurity is a mindset that permeates the entire development and deployment process. Thus the team is in essence part of all other development teams, and builds automation to help those teams incorporate access control and encryption and vulnerability scanning with common tooling where possible. The intern assignments will provide exposure to the basics of secure systems, and especially the manner in which automation plays a critical role.

The day-to-day:

Interns will work on a variety of projects of different length and scope based on various security requirements. Some examples include:

Researching and prototyping new security automation

Contributing to innersource tools and libraries

Reducing technical debt by improving existing tools and services

Assisting other applications teams with onboarding/integrating with automation

What you'll need:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Solid understanding of security fundamentals

Exposure to Linux and Python

Ability to commit to a 10-12 week summer internship

What will help you on the job:

Previous software development or software engineering experienceGolang/containerized applications

Previous classwork or other exposure to secure systems

Public key cryptography

AAA/RBAC/2FA systems

Experience with CI/CD pipelines

Salary range:

$21 - $66 / hourly

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At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at (url removed)/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.

EEO statement:

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click .

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