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2025 PhD Software Engineer Intern (Cloud Security), United States

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Uber

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Sunnyvale

AI generated summary

  • You must be a Ph.D. student in CS or Cybersecurity with cloud security knowledge, hands-on experience, problem-solving skills, and excellent communication. Publications in security are a plus.
  • You will research cloud security vulnerabilities, build security models, develop tools, analyze architectures, and stay updated on trends to enhance cloud security measures.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program studying Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field
  • Candidates should have at least one semester/quarter left of their education after finishing the internship
  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their security frameworks
  • Extensive experience with cloud security concepts, tools, and best practices
  • Familiarity with identity management, risk management, and compliance requirements
  • Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and think critically
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams
  • Experience with cloud-native security tools and platforms
  • Familiar with CIS Benchmark Standards and NIST National Vulnerability Database
  • Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and services security
  • Published research or contributions to security-related conferences or journals

Responsibilities

  • Conduct advanced research on cloud security vulnerabilities, posture management, threat vectors, and countermeasures
  • Build cloud security graph with Uber business context and requirements, consolidate, quantify and construct attack path from identified vulnerabilities
  • Develop new security tools and hardening standards to safeguard cloud environments
  • Create ML models to assist in risk analysis and detections in cloud environment
  • Analyze and assess the security of cloud architectures and provide actionable recommendations
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in cloud security and cybersecurity threats

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship will last for 12 weeks during the Summer of 2025.

What academic level must candidates be at to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program.

What fields of study are relevant for this internship?

Relevant fields include Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or other related technical fields.

Are there any specific cloud platforms candidates should be familiar with?

Yes, candidates should have strong knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, as well as their security frameworks.

What type of experience is preferred for this internship?

Preferred experience includes knowledge of cloud-native security tools, familiarity with CIS Benchmark Standards and the NIST National Vulnerability Database, and hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and services security.

Will I need to complete my Ph.D. after the internship?

Yes, candidates should have at least one semester/quarter left of their education after finishing the internship.

Is research a component of this internship?

Yes, the internship will involve conducting advanced research on cloud security vulnerabilities and developing security solutions.

What skills are necessary for this role?

Necessary skills include the ability to solve complex technical problems, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams.

Is published research or conference contributions advantageous for applicants?

Yes, having published research or contributed to security-related conferences or journals is considered a preferred qualification.

What will be the main focus areas of my work during the internship?

Main focus areas will include researching cloud security vulnerabilities, developing new security tools, creating ML models for risk analysis, and analyzing cloud architectures for security improvements.

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Uber

We reimagine the way the world moves for the better.

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10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Uber. The go-getters. The kind of people who are relentless about our mission to help people go anywhere and get anything and earn their way. Movement is what we power. It’s our lifeblood. It runs through our veins. It’s what gets us out of bed each morning. It pushes us to constantly reimagine how we can move better. For you. For all the places you want to go. For all the things you want to get. For all the ways you want to earn. Across the entire world. In real time. At the incredible speed of now. The idea for Uber was born on a snowy night in Paris in 2008, and ever since then our DNA of reimagination and reinvention carries on. We’ve grown into a global platform powering flexible earnings and the movement of people and things in ever expanding ways. We’ve gone from connecting rides on 4 wheels to 2 wheels to 18-wheel freight deliveries. From takeout meals to daily essentials to prescription drugs to just about anything you need at any time and earning your way. From drivers with background checks to real-time verification, safety is a top priority every single day. At Uber, the pursuit of reimagination is never finished, never stops, and is always just beginning.

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