Graduate Cybersecurity Research Intern

Georgia Tech Research Institute; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) in Atlanta, GA, invites applications for a Graduate Intern position within the CIPHER lab. You will engage in high-impact cybersecurity research across embedded systems, hardware security, and software analytics, contributing to real-world threat-informed solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on research, collaboration with engineers and scientists, and the opportunity to learn cutting-edge techniques while supporting ongoing projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
• 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA.
• Part‑Time Intern – must be registered for 6+ credit hours.
• Full‑time Intern – must be registered for 5 or fewer credit hours.
• Must be registered for Full‑time Internship Credit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research on embedded and cyber-physical systems.
• Participate in reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis of embedded systems.
• Contribute to hardware security and trust studies and software/algorithm assessment.
• Collaborate with CIPHER team on threat analytics and project deliverables.

Skills

Programming languages

Learning agility

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master’s or PhD in a related field

GPA 3.0+

Tools

Windows

Linux

Open-source tools

Job description

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) in Atlanta, GA, invites applications for a Graduate Intern position within the CIPHER lab. You will engage in high-impact cybersecurity research across embedded systems, hardware security, and software analytics, contributing to real-world threat-informed solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on research, collaboration with engineers and scientists, and the opportunity to learn cutting-edge techniques while supporting ongoing projects.