IT Security Engineer Intern - JobID-0297

Innovative Defense Technologies, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10-12 week program

Competitive pay

Mentoring

Training

Supportive culture

Team events

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) seeks an IT Security Engineer Intern for its Integrated Mission Systems team in San Diego, CA. You will work under a cyber security lead to analyze software, provide remediation feedback, and help deploy secure DevSecOps pipelines.

Pending your pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, you will engage with engineers across languages (Java, C++, Python, JavaScript) and gain hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and emerging security tools in a

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a related bachelor’s degree (software engineering, CS, CE, cyber security, data science, or math).
• Completed coursework/experience in application development with JAVA or C++ in Linux/Windows.

Responsibilities

• Assess and report on software solutions across IMS.
• Provide feedback to developers to build cyber-secure software.
• Help deploy software via secure DEVSECOPS pipelines.
• Collaborate with IMS teammates to gather requirements and develop test plans.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

JavaScript

Git/SVN

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree (software/CS/CE/cyber security)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD

Job description

About The Role

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Information Technology (IT) Security Engineer Intern to be part of our Integrated Mission Systems team and based out of our San Diego, CA location.

The IT Security Engineer Intern will be paired with a project cyber security lead and work with a fast-paced team of mission-focused engineers to solve some of the DoD's toughest challenges. He/She must possess initiative, creativity, reliability, and efficient teamwork and strict attention to detail and possess solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.

Clearance & Location Requirements

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is a fully on-site position, based out of our San Diego, CA location.

Position Details

• Department: Engineering
• Employment Type: Internship
• Location: San Diego, CA
• Address: 2750 Womble Road, San Diego, Suite 200, California, 92106
• Workplace type: Onsite
• Compensation: $28.00 - $34.00 / hour

What You Will Do

• Assess and report on software solutions across IDT's Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) business area
• Provide feedback to developers to help build cyber secure high-quality, innovative, and fully performing software which integrates with other system components.
• Help deploy software solutions through secure DEVSECOPS pipelines.
• Work with various IMS teammates to gather user requirements, define system functionality, and develop test plans for various integrated commercial applicates and code written in various languages, like Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript.
• Work with other software engineers, systems engineers, integration engineers, and subject matter experts to deliver robust technical solutions

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Who You Are (Required)

• Work completed toward a bachelor's degree in applicable discipline such as software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, data science, cyber security, mathematics, or aeronautical engineering
• Completed coursework/experience in application development with JAVA or C++ in a Linux or Windows environment
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience with any of the following: JavaScript, Java, Python, C++
• Proficiency with version control software like Git or SVN and version control workflows that support development of complex software projects
• Familiarity with computer networking and various networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, CORBA, DDS)
• Experience using deployment platforms such as Kubernetes and Docker
• Current college juniors/rising seniors preferred
• Experience integrating and running SAST and DAST tools (e.g., SonarQube, OWASP ZAP) and Image scan tools (Xray, Trivy, Grype) within CI/CD workflows to identify code and image level vulnerabilities and OWASP Top 10 risks.
• Experience with utilizing automated scanning tools to detect deployment security flaws.
• Familiarity in reviewing, triaging, and prioritizing vulnerability scan results, collaborating with developers to provide actionable remediation guidance.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) to configure and harden operating systems and applications to federal standards.

Pay Range

$28 - $34 / Hour

*Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162, IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 1162. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

• A 10-12-week program; up to 40 hours per week
• Competitive pay
• Individual mentoring
• Valuable training
• A supportive culture
• Social events and team building activities

EEO Statement

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Innovative Defense Technologies

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale.

At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem‑solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.