Leidos

AI Infrastructure – Security Intern

Leidos

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $48,100 - $86,950 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Gain hands-on experience at the intersection of cloud security, AI platform engineering, and federal compliance.
  • Work alongside experienced engineers, data scientists, and cybersecurity professionals to support the design, deployment, and hardening of AI infrastructure.
  • Directly support high-priority strategic AI initiatives, giving exposure to real-world challenges in operationalizing AI at enterprise scale.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
  • Candidates should have completed their junior year (or equivalent) by the start of the internship.
  • Foundational knowledge of cloud computing concepts and at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration concepts (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Exposure to federal compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, FedRAMP, or FISMA through coursework, projects, or prior experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical processes clearly.
  • US citizenship required.
Benefits
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
cloud securityAI platform engineeringcloud computingcontainerizationorchestrationDockerKubernetesNIST SP 800-53FedRAMPFISMA
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsindependent workteam collaborationwritten communicationverbal communication