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Firefly Aerospace · 3 months ago

Internship - Cybersecurity - Summer 2026

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space. As an Information Security Automation Intern, you will focus on building, maintaining, and optimizing scripts and workflows to automate processes related to security tools and compliance activities.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python, Bash, and/or other scripting languages to support security tools and compliance workflows
Integrate security tools with applications using REST APIs, improving data exchange and process efficiency
Assist in creating and deploying automated processes for vulnerability management, patch management, and compliance reporting
Research, design, and document reusable automation workflows that align with organizational security goals
Assist in automating compliance tasks for standards like NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and regulatory frameworks
Support the development of custom scripts to monitor and respond to security events
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand existing workflows and identify opportunities for automation
Maintain accurate documentation for scripts, integrations, and automation workflows
Conduct proof-of-concept testing for new automation technologies or methodologies

Qualification

PythonREST APIBashPowerShellGitNISTSOC 2Analytical skillsCloud security toolsConfiguration managementCompTIA Security+CompTIA Network+Problem-solvingTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Current enrollment in (or recent graduate of) a BS or MS program in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field
Experience with programming/scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell
Solid understanding of REST API concepts, including GET/POST methods, authentication (OAuth, API keys), and JSON parsing
A strong interest in security automation and improving operational efficiency
Knowledge of version control systems like Git
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and work in a collaborative team environment
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

Familiarity with common security and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, SOC 2)
Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS)
Experience with cloud security tools and automation (e.g., AWS Lambda, Azure Functions)
Hands-on experience working with security tools such as SIEMs, vulnerability scanners, or endpoint detection platforms
Exposure to configuration management tools like Ansible, Terraform, or similar technologies
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA Network+

Company

Firefly Aerospace

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Firefly Aerospace is a space company that develops and operates launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles for commercial mission.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$796.56M
Key Investors
Northrop GrummanRPM VenturesAE Industrial Partners
2025-08-07IPO
2025-05-29Corporate Round· $50M
2024-11-12Series D· $175M

Leadership Team

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Jason Kim
Chief Executive Officer
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Eric Salwan
Co-Founder
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