Information Security Engineering Intern

McLean, Virginia

Appian

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Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day.  When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

Here at Appian, we’re passionate about technology. We love making it, and we love using it. Joining the Appian Chief Information Office (CIO) will provide you with the opportunity to learn in an environment that values cross-functional collaboration and is committed to personal and professional growth. We want to revolutionize the way people work, and in doing so, we develop the Appian platform to be simple so our customers can thrive. 

The Appian Information Security department continuously evaluates the threat-landscape for Appian operations and service offerings. Appian is seeking a talented Information Security Engineering Intern to make an impact on our Information Security team. Over the summer you’ll assist with security engineering projects to support security operations, monitoring, and compliance. You will have an opportunity to develop and work on tools and systems that protect critical assets from emerging threats as well as evaluate international security concerns, vulnerability management, and industry security regulations.

To be successful in this role, you need: 

  • An interest in building systems to enable Appian InfoSec to quickly adapt and defend against modern attacker techniques

  • To assist with the analysis and investigation of security related data from a wide range of security products and devices

  • To work with various Appian systems to design and implement enhanced detection technologies

  • To conduct risk analysis and provide recommendations for remediation or mitigation

  • To help design and build security tools and processes for scanning, testing, monitoring and reporting

  • To conduct security research and present findings to senior engineers and security architects

  • To identify, design, and execute on security projects that improve Appian’s intrusion detection and response capabilities

  • To have a familiarity with Windows and Linux/Unix systems

  • To have familiarity in object-oriented programming languages, such as Java, Python, or C++

Basic Qualifications 

  • Undergraduate student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.

  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem solving skills

 

Applicants considered for Summer 2025.

Tools and Resources 

  • Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. 
  • Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
  • Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

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Tags: C Compliance Computer Science Intrusion detection Java Linux Monitoring Privacy Python Risk analysis UNIX Vulnerability management Windows

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Region: North America
Country: United States

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