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Internship - Offensive Security Engineer

Praetorian is an offensive security company that provides a full-service, intelligence-grade security platform and managed services to protect clients' digital assets.

Praetorian

Employee count: 51-200

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Praetorian is an expert-driven offensive security company looking for a high-performing, mission-aligned individual to join their team as an Offensive Security Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in computer science, experience in writing software or scripts using common offensive security languages, and a passion for product security, cloud security, and web/network penetration testing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
  • 0-2 years of experience or relevant internships in cybersecurity, startups, or high-tech environments
  • Experience writing software or scripts using common offensive security languages (Go, Python, PowerShell, or Bash)
  • Domain expertise in product security, cloud security, web/network penetration testing, or IoT/embedded security
  • Offensive security mindset with notable achievements in CTFs or testing platforms
  • Verifiable contributions to vulnerability research (CVEs), exploit development, or open-source offsec projects

Benefits

  • Elite talent: work alongside the top 1% of the industry
  • High performance culture
  • Ownership and impact
  • Uncompromising transparency
  • Opportunities to learn and grow

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Intern

Experience level

Entry-level

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United States +/- 0 hours

About Praetorian

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At the heart of Praetorian is a deeply ingrained mission to make the world a safer and more secure place. This isn't just a business objective; it's a cultural touchstone that resonates through every aspect of the company. Praetorian's culture is built on the foundational belief that to truly protect against modern cyber threats, one must think and act like the adversary. This offensive-first mindset shapes their approach to cybersecurity, moving beyond reactive measures to proactively identify and neutralize vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. The team is a collective of highly skilled security engineers and developers, not just consultants, who are driven by a passion for solving complex security puzzles. This engineering-centric culture fosters an environment of continuous learning and innovation, where every member is encouraged to push the boundaries of their expertise and contribute to the next generation of security solutions.

Praetorian champions a culture of radical transparency and collaboration. Information, ideas, and feedback are shared freely, not only within the team but also with the clients they serve. This openness builds trust and ensures that everyone is aligned with the core mission. The company is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, recognizing that a wide range of perspectives is essential to tackling the multifaceted challenges of cybersecurity. They actively strive to build a team that reflects the global community they aim to protect. As a remote-first company, Praetorian embraces the future of work, empowering its employees to contribute from wherever they are in the world. This flexibility is underpinned by a strong support system, including comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional development, ensuring that every team member has the resources they need to thrive both personally and professionally. The ultimate goal is to make a lasting impact, or as they say, 'make craters,' leaving the cybersecurity landscape better than they found it.

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Praetorian

Company size

51-200 employees

Founded in

2010

Chief executive officer

Nathan Sportsman

Employees live in

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