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Riverside Research · 7 hours ago

High School Cybersecurity Technician - Intern

positionBeavercreek, OH
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$18/hr - $20/hr

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. The Secure and Resilient Systems group is seeking a dynamic full-time junior summer intern to contribute to cyber security research lab operations and support cutting edge research that secures advanced systems from cyber security vulnerabilities.

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Responsibilities

Assist in lab management, including ideating on better ways to automate aspects of lab management, organize assets, and enable the team to better share resources
Work closely with embedded systems, 3d printers, large scale computing nodes, and computer networks to enhance the operation of the lab to support our research team
Work with the research team to identify better ways to document lab configurations and use of equipment, develop custom applications, and enable smooth configuration and setup of new lab equipment
Build tools and/or capabilities in languages like C/C++, Python, etc
Participate in relevant internal meetings

Qualification

C/C++PythonLinux developmentComputer Aided DesignAnalytic skillsCritical thinkingCreative problem-solvingWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Excited to explore the fields of computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, cybersecurity, or related field of study
Some familiarity with programming languages
Self-driven with strong analytic, inferencing, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills
High School student finishing Junior or Senior year in 2026
Must be a US citizen

Preferred

Some experience in C/C++ and/or Python
Some experience with Linux development environments
Computer Aided Design (CAD) and 3D printing
Desire to learn technical skills alongside how the business operates
Ability to establish a solid working relationship with technical staff and peers in the group and across Riverside Research
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Company

Riverside Research

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Riverside Research is a non-profit scientific research institution to serve in the research, development, and operational needs of people
dateFounded in 1967
location
Fairfax, Virginia, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://riversideresearch.org

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$8.7M
2013-08-22Grant· $8.7M

Leadership Team

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Steven Omick
President and CEO
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Madelyne D'Angelo
Chief Human Resources Officer
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