Security Software Engineer Project Intern; Network Security BS​/MS) Project Inter

Security Software Engineer Project Intern (Network Security) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Location:

San Jose

Team:
Technology

Employment Type:

Intern

Job Code: A226283

The Network Security team is on a mission to build innovative, enterprise‑level network security products and solutions, protecting online businesses from cyber attacks. We are passionate about challenging the status quo to solve real‑world cybersecurity problems effectively and efficiently. We set audacious goals, strive to achieve them, and believe in teamwork, collaboration, and open, succinct communication. If you share these values and want to impact network security, join us!

As a project intern, you will engage in short‑term projects that give you real‑world experience and practical skills in a fast‑paced work environment. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis—apply early. Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least a 3‑month internship period.

• Research and implement intelligent security protection algorithms based on machine learning and deep learning, including:
• L7 DDoS/WAF traffic modeling, anomaly detection, and attack identification
• LLM‑assisted L7 DDoS/WAF rule generation

• Minimum Qualifications
  • Undergraduate or postgraduate pursuing a degree/master in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or other STEM disciplines.
  • Solid foundation in machine learning/deep learning, with an understanding of the principles and applicable scenarios of common models.
  • Familiar with at least one deep learning framework (PyTorch).
  • Interest in or practical experience in cyber security or network traffic analysis.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with NLP/LLM.
  • Knowledge of distributed systems, edge computing, or high‑performance network programming.

The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $45–$60.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns receive day‑one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in the first half of the year, 40 if hired in the second half). Interns who are not 100% remote may also be eligible for a housing allowance.

Short‑term note:
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

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