2027 - Cybersecurity Engineering Intern - Sophomore, Junior, Senior *

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), Mission Technologies, is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineering Intern. You will assist with reverse engineering of software, firmware, and hardware under senior engineer guidance, while supporting cyber testing and experimentation on lab platforms and prototype systems.

The role emphasizes developing automation tools, documenting findings, and contributing to a security-focused team working with embedded, networked, and RF-connected systems.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• Interest in cybersecurity, software analysis, or embedded systems.
• Familiarity with programming and command-line interfaces (Python, C/C++, Linux).

Responsibilities

• Assist with reverse engineering of software, firmware, and hardware under guidance of senior engineers.
• Support cyber testing and experimentation on lab platforms; identify cyber risks and vulnerabilities.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Linux/Unix

Cybersecurity interest

Education

EE/CE/CS degree

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2027 - Cybersecurity Engineering Intern - Sophomore, Junior, Senior *

Requisition Number:30192

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$38,963.00-$70,180.00

Security Clearance:Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience:Intern

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Mission Technologies (HII-MT) is seeking a cybersecurity engineering intern with a solid technical foundation in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or embedded systems. This role involves hands‑on support of cyber test and evaluation, with opportunities to work alongside engineers and analysts engaged in reverse engineering, software/firmware analysis, and prototype development.

As a Cybersecurity Engineering Intern, you will assist with the reverse engineering of software, firmware, and hardware systems under the guidance of senior engineers, while supporting cyber testing and experimentation on both operational and prototype platforms in a lab environment. You’ll contribute to the identification and reporting of cyber risks and vulnerabilities in embedded, networked, and RF‑connected systems. In addition, you will have opportunities to develop automation tools and analysis scripts (e.g., Python, Bash), participate in technical discussions, document findings, and work collaboratively with engineers and mentors to advance the team’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working towards degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
• Strong interest in cybersecurity, software analysis, and/or embedded systems.
• Familiarity with basic programming (e.g., Python, C, or C++) and command-line interfaces (Linux/Unix).