2025 Intern - Product Security

About Forterra

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

About the role

Forterra is currently seeking high-energy, low-ego interns to join our Summer 2025 internship cohort. Joining Forterra as an intern is an excellent way to get hands-on experience working in a high-technology, start-up environment where you'll gain experience working with employees at all levels, from your peers to our Executive team. The Finance and Accounting, Sales, Marketing, and Program/Project Management teams are all adding to their teams this summer!

About the role

Forterra is looking to bring on high-energy, inquisitive interns to join our Engineering team. This role will give interns an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the ground-based autonomous vehicle space, contributing to real-world projects and solving complex problems.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to translate abstract concepts into technical solutions - software or hardware.
• Experience or significant interest in autonomous mobility and robotic locomotion
• Creative and imaginative in application of technical concepts
• Strong ability to problem-solve, acts as a self-starter, doesn’t shy away from technical challenges.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to plan architecture to anticipate future technical expansion.
• Ability to work independently.
• Relentless in your pursuit of solving the problem or challenge
• Familiarity with circuit design, embedded systems, and control systems.

Role-Specific Qualifications

• What you'll be working on
• Assist with Vulnerability Management, including scanning, triage, and tracking security findings across systems and products.
• Support Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) processes, including security requirements gathering and implementation tracking.
• Gain exposure to U.S. Department of Defense Cybersecurity Standards, such as:
• • NIST 800 Series compliance and security controls.
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF) for defense systems.
  • DISA STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) application and enforcement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some experience with scripting languages, such as Python, for automation and tool integration.
• Familiarity with Linux and BASH
• Familiarity with security tools such as vulnerability scanners, static code analysis, or compliance frameworks.
• Experience with virtual machines and common remote access protocols such as SSH and SCP
• Interest in product security, or secure development practices.

Education

• Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program in a technical or security-focused field (e.g., Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering).

US Hourly Compensation Range
 $30-$40/hour

On-Site in Clarksburg, MD
 

The hourly range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The compensation offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Forterra offers competitive benefits for interns including:

• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires. 

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.  

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.