About the Role
Redhorse transforms the way government uses data and technology. As part of the Redhorse family, Allied Associates International (A2I) is seeking a Software Developer Intern to build and maintain mission-critical data processing and analysis applications for a key federal customer. This role offers an immersive experience where you will tackle real-world challenges and develop solutions that are deployed directly to production systems. Working alongside a senior engineer mentor, you will participate in the full software development lifecycle—from requirements engineering to deployment—ensuring your work makes a meaningful and lasting impact on national security.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop data analysis and recovery software tools using industry-standard methodologies and a mix of proprietary tools.
- Perform network protocol and data traffic analysis to identify and mitigate malicious activity.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze secure mobile applications (Android and iOS) to identify security flaws.
- Research and identify potential vulnerabilities in encryption, secure storage, and communications.
- Document technical findings and communicate complex results to stakeholders and engineering personnel of varying technical levels.
- Operate both independently and as part of an Agile team to support rapid software development intervals.
Required Experience/Clearance
- Must be a U.S. citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Completion of at least one year of major-specific coursework.
- Foundational knowledge and experience in object-oriented programming languages such as C#, C/C++, Java, or Python.
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to follow technical direction in a professional environment.
Desired Experience
- Familiarity with network protocol analysis tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump.
- Basic understanding of Operating System (OS) internals and compiler concepts.
- Knowledge of TCP/IP network internals and open-source security tools.
- Hands-on experience or academic projects involving Android or iOS development environments.
- Experience with version control systems and software debugging techniques.
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What We Do
We want to improve the way government interacts with and uses data and technology. Redhorse combines top-tier consulting experience with a passion for problem-solving to help clients address mission-critical government problems. We roll up our sleeves and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our clients to understand their issues and find solutions, using digital transformation and artificial intelligence, partnered with our domain expertise in National Security, Networking Technology and Infrastructure, Energy and the Environment.
