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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Research Placement - **Company:** Airbus S.A.S. - **Location:** Filton, UK - **Salary:** £24,246.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Android Software Development, Bluetooth, Burp Suite, C++ (Programming Language), CAN Bus, Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing Security, Cognitive Science, Cyber Security, R (Programming Language), Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Kali Linux, Network Security, Machine Learning, Modbus, Nmap, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Web Applications, Rust (Programming Language), Qualtrics, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Metasploit, Zigbee, Nessus, Operational Systems, Gsuite, Splunk, Cisco, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb0f2f363dd38c6d30234358a3eef201d8/eaa ## About the Role Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application. *Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.* Education Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate some of the following: * Studying towards a degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Psychology, Human Factors, Computing, or equivalent; * For Computer Science related degrees, passed modules in any of the following or similar: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cryptography, Data Science, Secure Software Development, Risk Management, Cybersecurity Law, Security Architecture, Cybersecurity of Operational Technology (OT) / SCADA, Cloud Security, Network Security, Offensive & Defensive Security, and/or Security Monitoring. * For Psychology related degrees, passed modules in any of the following or similar: Cyber Psychology/Human Factors, Decision-Making, Cognitive Science, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Human-Machine interface (HMI) design, Human-robot Interaction (HRI), Research Methods / Design, UI/UX. Technical Any practical skills and experience with the following will be helpful although not mandatory: * Research Design; * Technical report writing; * Experience with Google Workspace; * Qualtrics / Psychopy / Google Forms / Survey Monkey; * Operating Systems such as Redhat, Ubuntu, Kali Linux, Android; * Cisco R&S, VLANs, firewalls, Wireshark, Nmap; * Protocols e.g., TCP/IP, MODBUS, Profinet, CIP, S7, Zigbee, CANBUS, Bluetooth; * Vulnerability scanning applications such as Nessus, Splunk; * Metasploit, IDS signatures, Intrusion Detection Systems; * Web application pentest tools such as Burp Suite; * Knowledge of AI/ML models; * Python, C++, Java, R, Rust; * Statistics. Behavioural * The ability to listen, understand and communicate information verbally, textually and diagrammatically; * The desire to work in a technical team environment; * A strong interest in developing yourself both technically and personally; * An interest in finding and developing creative solutions to complex problems; * Ability to work relatively autonomously with minimal supervision; * Natural curiosity to discover new things and explore new avenues; * Willingness to travel and engage with people; * Professional level of written and speaking English skills, and other languages are a bonus., This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. ## Related Videos - [ The attacker's footprint](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/375-the-attacker-s-footprint) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany)