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Cyber Security Software Developer Part Time Intern

Freelance

Falls Church VA 22042 USA

Posted 10/31/2025

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The BAE Systems Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) is looking for a SecOps-inspired full stack developer intern. This intern will help experienced developers solve complex cyber defense challenges by creating custom applications integrating with other state-of-the-art defense systems. These solutions are often needed rapidly and focused on automation, detection, and data collection. The intern will also work closely with and develop solutions for other teams on the GSOC including Operations, Threat Intelligence, Malware Analysis, Endpoint Threat Detection, and Insider Threat.

Technical Requirements

• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and programming languages
• Background in software development
• Interest in system management, database design, backend development, and frontend development
• Ability to deploy and manage applications on Linux-based servers and containers
• Ability to document code and solutions
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with other developers and security analysts

The Part-Time Internship consists of the following components

• Student Status Rising Senior status (current Juniors); OR current Seniors (graduating May or Dec).
• Citizenship requirements U.S. Person (Green Card and/or Citizenship)
• Compensation The internship is paid on an hourly basis, up to 20 hours per week.
• No benefits are provided as part of this internship program. No housing or transportation is provided for this internship experience

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Student Status Rising Senior status (current Juniors); OR current Seniors (graduating May or Dec).
• Must have experience in software development
• Pursuing Software Development, Computer Security, or Computer Science Degree
• Interest in cyber security and/or penetration testing
• Linux and containerization experience

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Software Development Certificates
• Cyber Security Certificates
• Agile/Scrum/Project Management Experience
• Although we do not require specific language or technology experience, we prefer the following:
  • Containerization: Docker, Docker Compose
  • Virtualization & Infrastructure: AWS, VMWare vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, FlatCar OS
  • Infrastructure Management: Terraform, Pulumi, Ansible, Salt, Nagios
  • Databases: MongoDB, Redis, MySQL/MariaDB
  • Backend: Rust, Python, NodeJS, Flask, Express, Websockets
  • Frontend: TypeScript, React, Sass
  • OS: Linux in general, RHEL, Ubuntu

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $57200 - $77220

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but its what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, youll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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Location Falls Church, VA, 22042, United States

Categories Engineering

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