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Working at BAE Systems

  • Founded
    November 1999
  • Company employees
    Around 110,000

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  • Australia
  • United Kingdom
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Join BAE Systems as a Summer Intern Operational Cyber Engineer in Gloucester. This 12-week internship offers a hands-on opportunity to engage in cutting-edge cyber and vulnerability research across multiple platforms, with a salary of £26,300 pro-rata and hybrid working arrangements (3-5 days on-site per week).

Requirements

  • Minimum 2:2 predicted or obtained in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related subject.
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, or Python.
  • Must achieve at least Baseline Personnel Security Standard and meet UK residency requirements.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Programming and Development: Write and test software across platforms like desktop, mobile, and embedded systems using languages such as C, C++, C#, and Java.
  • Vulnerability Research & Reverse Engineering: Utilize tools like IDA, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, or Frida to research security vulnerabilities and perform reverse engineering.
  • Web and System Technologies: Work with web technologies and operating systems including Linux, Windows, and MacOS to support cyber solutions.
  • Potential transition routes: People from IT support or junior software development roles may bring technical aptitude and programming skills, alongside meeting the relevant degree and security vetting requirements.

Job description

Description

Job title: Summer Intern Digital Intelligence Operational Cyber Engineer

Location: Gloucester
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 3-5 days per week.

Salary: £26,300 (pro-rata)

End Date: 10th September 2027

Who we are
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role description
You will be working hands-on within Cyber and Vulnerability Research, working in the most deeply technical part of the Cyber Security domain, whether it’s researching new technologies or creating software that makes a difference in the real world.

Core duties
We work across a range of platforms including desktop, mobile and embedded systems and a range of languages including:
• Microsoft – C, C#, C++, .NET
• Mobile – iOS (Swift, Objective-C), Android (Java, Kotlin, C++)
• Vulnerability Research & Reverse Engineering (IDA/Ghidra/Binary Ninja, Frida)
• Web – HTML, JavaScript, Web Sockets, Web Assembly, REST
• O/S – Linux, Windows, MacOS
• Wearables – Android, Apple, Other.

The Digital Intelligence Team
Drive success and innovation at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, where you will develop skills to be an integral part in delivering cutting-edge solutions that protect and empower global security.

Why BAE Systems
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification requirements

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2:2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or a similar related subject.

Start date: 21/06/2027 Length of contract: 12 weeks

Apply now
BAE Systems

Summer Intern Operational Cyber Engineer

Gloucester
Hybrid
£26,300 (pro-rata)

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