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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Software Engineer - Capabilities Development - **Company:** The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC - **Location:** United States - **Salary:** $47,008.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Rust (Programming Language), Kotlin, Information Technology, Virtual Agents, Cyber Warfare, Devsecops, Golang - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/524ea500-8fcc-44be-9c91-d934b4db2dce ## About the Role Are you passionate about learning how things work and making them better? Do you want the chance to push the boundaries of cyber defense? Are you excited about working with others to solve some of the nation's toughest cyber challenges? If you're pursuing a degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or a cybersecurity-related field, we'd love to have you join our team!, * Are enrolled in a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or other cybsecurity related technical degree * Have experience developing software using Java/Kotlin, Python, C#, Rust, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, or equivalent * Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, good organizational skills, and the ability to work in teams * Have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale * Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret Clearance. If selected, you will be subjected to a government security investigation, and you should meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information up to the Top Secret level. Eligibility requirements include ship You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Can apply software development skills to different domains and subject matters * Have knowledge of AI/ML, Agentic AI, and/or AI-enabled cyber methodologies * Have experience in DevSecOps, and/or network security and systems integration * Have experience in conducting research, development, and testing of cyber capabilities ## Description We are seeking an intern to help us pursue new and innovative ways to enhance our nation's cyber capabilities and improve task efficiency. We care about making a real-world impact and solving the operational needs of the U.S. government agencies and military organizations that we serve. As a member of our team you will... * Be mentored by top experts to learn the art and science of developing cyber capabilities * Collaborate with full-time staff and other interns to design and implement applications that address new and unsolved sponsor problems * Develop novel approaches to solving cybersecurity challenges in operational environments * Explore promising new research areas and seek ways to apply ideas to today's problems * Share approaches and methods with others team members, APL management, and government decision makers ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Making Teaching Code Less Academic and More Market-Ready - Peter Ruppel](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1911-making-teaching-code-less-academic-and-more-market-ready-peter-ruppel) - [Scoring 2000 Products per Request: Performance Pitfalls in Golang](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2073-scoring-2000-products-per-request-performance-pitfalls-in-golang) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)