Title: National Security Solutions (NSS) Internship - DevSecOps Intern
Who We Are
KBR Mission Technical Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR's areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity. KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.
The Mission Ahead
This role is with KBR's Mission Tech Solutions (MTS). At KBR MTS, we dont just envision a world thats safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.
Why Join KBR?
Mentorship from experienced subject matter experts Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment Networking opportunities with other technologists and executives Competitive pay and great company culture
As a National Security Solutions - DevSecOps Intern:
Assists in developing, maintaining, and improving CI/CD pipelines to support secure and automated software delivery. Works with engineering teams to integrate security controls, automated testing, and compliance checks into DevSecOps workflows. Writes and maintains scripts (Python, Bash, etc.) to automate routine tasks, system operations, and development workflows. Manages and manipulates configuration data stored in YAML, JSON, and similar structured file formats. Supports containerization efforts by building, testing, and deploying applications using Docker or similar technologies. Contributes to Kubernetes or other orchestration platform tasks such as environment configuration, troubleshooting, and automation. Assists in managing virtualized environments (Proxmox, VMware, etc.) used for development, testing, or internal labs. Uses git-based workflows for branching, merging, code reviews, and version control best practices. Helps monitor system performance, logs, and security indicators while participating in troubleshooting exercises. Collaborates with cross-functional teams, clearly communicating findings, documenting processes, and sharing proposed improvements.
Selected interns for this paid opportunity will be provided with the opportunity to mentor with experienced professionals, gain experience and establish a name for themselves in this high demand career field.
Required Skillset:
Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelors, Master's, or PhD degree in Computer Science or related field Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python or Bash) and comfort working with Unix-based command-line tools Strong understanding of git-based development workflows, including branching, merging, and version control best practices Ability to work with structured data formats such as YAML and JSON for configuration and automation tasks Experience with virtualization platforms such as Proxmox, VMware, or similar technologies Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker) and basic understanding of orchestration tools (Kubernetes) Understanding of DevSecOps or platform engineering concepts, including CI/CD pipelines and the software development lifecycle Strong work ethics and interpersonal skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Scheduled Weekly Hours: Average 40 hours per week, 10 weeks in duration during the period of Summer 2026
Requirement: Must be a US Citizen Must pass a Security Pre-Screen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
When you become part of the When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. As a leading global technology, engineering, procurement and construction company serving the hydrocarbons and government services industries. For decades it has been the company that customers turn to for their most challenging assignments.
With operations in 40 countries, KBR has more than 25,000 people delivering services to customers in over 70 countries. Together they represent an unmatched reservoir of talent and experience in a wide range of markets.
Whatever the assignment, no matter how complex or demanding, KBR can marshal resources across every product line to respond quickly and effectively to changing markets and customer needs.
Whether it's providing the technology and consulting know-how to develop our customers' valuable assets; designing and constructing the infrastructure and facilities to develop energy resources in some of the world's more remote and challenging locations; providing support and services for men and women of their countries' armed forces; or navigating the intricacies of undertaking major projects in geopolitically or culturally sensitive environments, our clients depend on KBR because they know that We Deliver.
Join us and you'll be part of a dynamic, elite team of professionals who understand what it takes to get a job done and has the experience, knowledge and determination to succeed.”