Software Developer Intern at Redhorse Corporation in Gainesville, VA

Summary: Redhorse Corporation is a solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests. They are seeking a Software Developer Intern to build and maintain mission-critical data processing and analysis applications for a key federal customer, providing an immersive experience in the full software development lifecycle. 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 Qualifications: - 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 Preferred Qualifications: - 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 Required Skills: Object-oriented programming, Network protocol analysis Important Skills: C#, Java, Python, Android development, iOS development Nice-to-Have Skills: Version control systems, Software debugging