Remote Application Security Intern

Key Responsibilities

• Aid in application security reviews for services, APIs, and new features.
• Identify, validate, and track security findings from various testing tools.
• Participate in threat modeling and secure design discussions.
• Evaluate security of AI-enabled workflows, thinking like an attacker and defender.
• Perform manual testing of web applications and APIs, focusing on access control, authentication, and secrets handling.
• Contribute to secure SDLC processes, developer guidance, and security tooling improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers to document risks and remediation strategies.
• Support proactive security enhancements and team collaboration to build secure products.

Qualifications & Skills

• Currently pursuing or have practical experience in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related fields.
• Foundational knowledge of application security concepts such as OWASP Top 10, API security, and secure coding.
• Ability to read and reason about code in languages like Java, Python, JavaScript, or Go.
• Familiarity with Git, SDLC, and testing/debugging workflows.
• Strong interest in secure software design, cloud architectures, and automation.
• Excellent communication skills to explain technical issues clearly.
• Curious, collaborative, and eager to learn how security empowers developers.
• Bonus: experience with LLMs, threat modeling, security tools, CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, or cloud environments.

Additional Info: Compensation is $20/hour. The role supports remote work with some in-person options if local. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and reside in specific states. We promote diversity and do not sponsor visas. AI tools may support the hiring process, but decisions are made by humans.