2027 Defensive Cyber Operations Grad Intern
The Aerospace Corporation
El Segundo, CAFresher22m agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- OperationsCybersecurityVulnerability managementPythonCRust
- Work
- On-site in El Segundo · internship
- Pay
- $32–$35 an hour
- Skill demand
- Cybersecurity86%Operations69%Vulnerability management66%Python22%of 65 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 9, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Defensive Cyber Operations Grad Intern for the Cyberspace Combat Department (CCD) within the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). This is a full-time, 100% onsite position in El Segundo, CA. Interns will join a team of cybersecurity engineers focused on defending critical national assets in space by designing, implementing, and deploying cyber solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and develop on-board defensive capabilities to protect Space Vehicles.
- Build prototype tools and techniques to enhance the cybersecurity posture of mission systems using technologies like containerization, cloud, and AI.
- Conduct vulnerability research and reverse engineering on space-related software.
- Communicate project status, technical findings, and provide technical demonstrations to customers.
- Duties may evolve as needed.
- Training and mentorship will be provided.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university advanced degree program pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a full-time degree program afterward.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Interest in reverse engineering and vulnerability research.
- Experience with building small to mid-size projects using Python, C, or Rust.
- Experience with containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance.
- Transcripts are required.
Qualifications (Impressive to Have)
- Security+ or other security certifications.
- Hands-on experience with Ghidra or Ida Pro.
- Experience with ground or space-related technology.
- Active participant in Capture-The-Flag events.
- Active security clearance.
- GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Compensation
- Grade-based pay range: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour.