About the role#
The Security team at Muon protects the systems, data, and infrastructure behind our spacecraft programs. As a Security Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience with practical IT security. You will help implement security controls, track down findings, and work with the team to resolve vulnerabilities. This role offers direct mentorship in a startup environment.
What you'll do#
- Help implement and document standard security controls, including NIST 800-171 and NIST 800-53.
- Track down and triage security findings from scans and tools, organizing them for remediation.
- Assist in resolving vulnerabilities by coordinating patches, configuration changes, and follow-ups with system owners.
- Maintain security documentation, control evidence, and asset and inventory records.
- Shadow senior security engineers on investigations to learn how issues are escalated and resolved.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in cybersecurity, IT, computer science, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of security fundamentals, such as the CIA triad, authentication, MFA, patching, and common vulnerabilities.
- Basic familiarity with Windows, macOS, and productivity tools like Google Workspace or Microsoft 365.
- Coursework, labs, or home-lab experience in security is preferred.
- Exposure to security frameworks like NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, or CIS Benchmarks is a plus.
- Familiarity with vulnerability scanners or ticketing systems like Nessus, Qualys, or Jira is helpful.
- Basic networking knowledge or scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or Bash are preferred.
- Interest in cloud security, including AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Mountain View, California.
- The internship term is Summer 2027, occurring between May and September.
- This position is paid. Hourly rates are $40 for Bachelor's students, $45 for Master's students, and $50 for PhD students.
- This role requires access to export-controlled information. Applicants must meet U.S. government export regulation requirements.
About Muon Space
Muon Space is a space systems provider based in Mountain View, California. Founded in 2021, the company designs, builds, and operates satellite constellations. It provides Earth intelligence data for sectors such as national security and climate monitoring. The firm employs between 51 and 200 people.
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