Owl Cyber Defense · 1 month ago
Software Engineer Intern
Morrisville, NC
Internship
Hybrid
InternOwl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security, delivering solutions that protect critical networks. As a Software Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in developing secure, Linux-based systems and participate in real-world software development cycles to enhance cybersecurity.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNetwork SecuritySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design, development, and testing of secure software components in C, C++, Java, Rust or Python
Collaborate with software and systems engineers to integrate code into Linux-based environments
Participate in code reviews, debugging, and test execution using Owl’s development standards
Support development of secure data transfer software aligned with STIG/CIS best practices
Gain exposure to SELinux configuration, systemd unit creation, and secure file handling
Develop and execute unit and functional tests to verify software performance
Use version control tools (Git) and scripting (Python/Bash) to automate development and test workflows
Participate in agile sprints, contributing ideas for process improvement and feature enhancement
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Coursework or project experience in software development and Linux/Unix programming
Familiarity with at least one major programming language (C, C++, Java, Python, or Rust)
Basic understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP/IP)
Exposure to software version control (Git) and debugging tools (gdb)
Interest in secure coding, operating systems, and embedded systems
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
Clear written and verbal communication
Eagerness to learn from mentors and collaborate in a technical environment
Adaptable and organized in managing multiple tasks
Candidates must be able to obtain/maintain a US Government security clearance
Company
Owl Cyber Defense
Owl Cyber Defense offers cyber security, cyber defense, and critical infrastructure security.
Founded in 1999
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-10-09Debt Financing
2017-06-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Scott Orton
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff Leong
Chief Financial Officer
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