DevSecOps Intern or Co-Op (CI/CD Focus)

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Niceville, FL

7d•$19 - $23

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions is seeking a DevSecOps Intern or Co-Op to join its team during Spring 2027, with potential for Summer and Fall hours. The position is available in Alexandria, Virginia; Dayton, Ohio; Huntsville, Alabama; or Niceville, Florida. The intern will work alongside an experienced team on DevSecOps projects, primarily developing CI/CD pipelines and programming with Python and Go. The role supports contract work involving new CI/CD pipelines and software products, with participation in software development and the full DevSecOps process. The work emphasizes self-hosted tools compliant with security frameworks such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC. The intern will also participate in Agile development ceremonies, including virtual standups, planning sessions, and backlog grooming. There may be opportunities to learn Kubernetes, Docker and containerization, Git, application management, database configuration, scripting, and AI assistants. No experience is required, though it is preferred.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree at an accredited institution (BA, BS, or MS).
Grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Demonstrated interest in DevSecOps, Agile development, and automation.
Passionate about continued education and upskilling.
Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain or maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
May not be committed to other organizations after graduation and must be willing to consider joining MTSI after graduation.
Self-motivated and able to work independently with help from experienced team members.
Must have communication skills for interacting with engineers, analysts, and customers.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Kubernetes and containerization technologies such as Docker and Podman.
Experience with Azure cloud and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
Experience programming with Python, Java, C++, or similar languages.
Experience using GitLab or a comparable tool such as GitHub or Bitbucket.
Knowledge of code versioning tools such as Git.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines.
DevSecOps experience; experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop CI/CD pipelines and software products in support of contract work.
Participate in software development activities and the full DevSecOps process.
Work with self-hosted tools compliant with security frameworks such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC.
Participate in Agile development ceremonies, including virtual standups, planning sessions, and backlog grooming.
Work with Python and Go, and potentially learn Kubernetes, Docker and containerization, Git, application management, database configuration, scripting, and AI assistants.