Vulnerability Research Intern Summer 2026

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is seeking Vulnerability Research/CNO development Co-Ops who want to work with a cyber team made up of exceptional individuals. Qualified candidates will be tasked with assignments exploring all levels of offensive cyber security. Successful candidates must be creative, self-motivated, dedicated, and capable of operating in a quick-reaction development environment to solve complex problems.

Required Qualifications

• Must be majoring or minoring in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Security or related field
• Experience working in a Linux command line environment
• Experience with Python, and C/C++ programming
• Experience with debugging or reversing from gdb, windbg, ghidra, binary ninja or the like.
• Experience with wireshark or nmap.
• Understanding of low level memory organization, instruction sets and pointers.
• Proof of US citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong ability to grasp new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and interaction with other team members
• Basic understanding of routing and network stack.
• Entry level understanding of common CTF challenges.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $21.88 - $38.27

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as 401K!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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