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2027 Intern - Systems Security/Cybersecurity Engineer

Northrop Grumman · Melbourne, FL · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$18.5–$33.5/hrVolunteer

About the role

Northrop Grumman seeks Engineers for the Aeronautics Systems Sector Intern Program, based on‑site in Melbourne, FL. Interns will join the Weapon Systems Cybersecurity (WSC) Systems Security Engineering (SSE) organization, contributing to sector process standardization, cybersecurity execution capability assessments, and technical support for captures and programs. The role requires eligibility for a U.S. Government Secret clearance and involves approximately 10% travel.

Responsibilities

  • Participating in cybersecurity execution capability assessments
  • Assisting in drafting cybersecurity process and training material for sector and WSC team use
  • Participating in peer reviews for sector and internal processes
  • Participating in communication activities including document development, stakeholder meetings, and briefings
  • Supporting data analytics by gathering metrics and working with visualizations

Requirements

  • Enrolled full‑time pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university, graduating after August 2027
  • Majoring in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or other related STEM field
  • Available to work full‑time (40 hours/week) for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2027
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship prerequisite)

Qualifications

  • Active U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher
  • CompTIA Security+ certification
  • Understanding of Systems Engineering processes and milestones
  • Experience working in a Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) Architecture
  • Experience executing SSE frameworks (RMF, JSIG, CUI, ICD 503, ISO 27001)
  • Experience remediating, mitigating, and documenting cybersecurity vulnerabilities
  • Overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
  • Previous internship/co‑op experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and professional/community/extracurricular activities
  • Self‑motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment
  • Experience developing and delivering presentations and leading small groups
  • Experience working on business or engineering full life‑cycle projects from inception through launch

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be available.

Pay

Intern pay range: Undergraduate (including graduating students planning on attending/enrolled in a full‑time Master’s program for Fall 2027): $18.50 – $33.50 per hour; Master’s: $26.25 – $41.50 per hour. Pay rates are standardized based on anticipated graduation date, geographic labor cost, and whether the internship is technical or administrative.

Schedule

Full‑time schedule of 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks during Summer 2027, with approximately 10% travel.

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