Summer 2027 Cybersecurity Engineering Intern

Peraton • Herndon, VA

1d • $24

About The Position

Peraton is seeking Summer 2027 Cybersecurity Engineer Interns in support of various programs within Peraton. We ask that each intern be available to work the duration of the ten weeks (June to August) and commit to working a minimum of 35-40 hours per week. This program is geared toward technical college students, actively enrolled at a four-year university, who will be rising into their junior or senior years. However, strong underclassmen may be considered if they have declared their major and have completed qualified coursework. Responsibilities: Provide IT, Cyber and basic systems support for the commercial products. Support a series of IT Cybersecurity efforts as part of a project team. Become familiar with the high level operational and maintenance tasks on programs. Learn about the different types of IT technology (ex. VMware, Cisco, Red Hat, Microsoft). Learn about Peraton and project culture. #PeratonIntern

Requirements

• HS Diploma and some advanced level training.
• US Citizenship.
• Have completed progress toward a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, computer engineering, information systems, or a related field.
• Foundational education in cybersecurity technologies and processes.
• Hands on experience with cybersecurity tools through coursework and/or prior internships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and concepts.
• Self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• 3.0 and above GPA.
• Exposure to Agile software development processes.
• Exposure to cloud computing environments.
• Hands-on experience with cyber tools: Wireshark, Metasploit, Kali Linux, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT, Cyber and basic systems support for the commercial products.
• Support a series of IT Cybersecurity efforts as part of a project team.
• Become familiar with the high level operational and maintenance tasks on programs.
• Learn about the different types of IT technology (ex. VMware, Cisco, Red Hat, Microsoft).
• Learn about Peraton and project culture.

Benefits

• SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range $24.00/hour+
• Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED