Cybersecurity Graduate Intern - Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute - Summer 2027
Ora
Summary
We have multiple openings for graduate students to join the Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute (CSI) and to work on topics related to cybersecurity that align with LLNL's national security missions. The 2027 CSI program will run during the summer with a range of start dates between May 17, 2027, and June 21, 2027, and flexible end dates through September 24, 2027.
Job description
In this role, you will
- Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and other related fields working with scientists, engineers, and technical staff members.
- Support documentation, testing, creation or modification of Laboratory software, hardware or computer operating systems.
- Conduct research under limited direction and supervision in one or more of the following areas, as assigned: Network/protocol analysis, Intrusion detection, Reverse engineering, Incident response, Malware analysis, Systems programming, Threat, risk, and/or attack characterization and analysis, Operational Technology/Industrial Control Systems cybersecurity, Software tool development, Artificial intelligence/machine learning.
- Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide technical support to scientists in scientific research and development projects.
- Attend relevant on-site seminars and training classes (at least one per week).
- Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree.
- Ability to apply computational science and/or mathematical principles to solve technical problems.
- Demonstrated academic achievement in scientific curriculum.
- Experience applying advanced computational science and/or mathematical principles to solve technical problems.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills.
- Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to one or more of the following topics: machine learning and artificial intelligence; network/protocol analysis; intrusion detection; cryptography; reverse engineering; incident response; malware analysis; systems programming; threat, risk, and/or attack characterization and analysis; Operational Technology/Industrial Control Systems cybersecurity; software tool development.
- Coursework or experience in one or more of the following topics: network/protocol analysis; intrusion detection; cryptography; reverse engineering; incident response; malware analysis; systems programming; threat, risk, and/or attack characterization and analysis; Operational Technology/Industrial Control Systems cybersecurity; software tool development; machine learning and artificial intelligence.
- Effective programming skills in C/C++, Java, or Python.
- Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to some of the following tools: Matlab/Simulink, Wireshark, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, IDA Pro/Free, Zeek/Corelight, Splunk, Docker, NMAP, Suricata/Snort, Security Onion, Cuckoo, FTK, ELK, GDB, WinDBG/x64DBG/Immunity, IDS/IPS.
- GPA of 3.0 or above.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Sick Leave Accrual
- Individual 401(k) Contributions
Company overview
Ora is the world's leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm, operating as a specialized contract research organization (CRO) focused exclusively on ophthalmology. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, the company has over 45 years of experience in advancing eye care innovations globally. Ora provides comprehensive research and development services spanning preclinical studies, clinical trials, regulatory strategy, and product development for both pharmaceutical and medical device companies. With operations across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia, the company has helped clients achieve more than 85 product approvals to date. Ora's expertise covers a wide range of ophthalmic conditions including allergy, dry eye, retina diseases, glaucoma, and anti-infective therapies. The company employs over 500 ophthalmology specialists who utilize proprietary clinical models, integrated data solutions, and global regulatory strategies to accelerate product development from concept to market. Ora serves a diverse client base ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical and device companies, positioning itself as the trusted partner for ophthalmic innovation worldwide.