Network Security Software Engineer Intern (Security Engineering) - 2027 Fall

ByteDance
San Jose
Workplace: OnsiteInternshipFunction: Software EngineeringSkills: ["Communication","Collaboration","Problem-solving"]

Work with ByteDance’s Network Security team to design and build network security products for hyperscale environments, including firewalls, WAF, and IDS systems. Help develop security capabilities for AI-native systems by focusing on LLM/agent abuse prevention, risk detection, and behavioral analysis. Support delivering security solutions for business units, owning well-scoped modules, participating in code reviews, and contributing to documentation and testing.

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Network Security Software Engineer Intern (Security Engineering) - 2027 Fall

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Job Summary

Work with ByteDance’s Network Security team to design and build network security products for hyperscale environments, including firewalls, WAF, and IDS systems. Help develop security capabilities for AI-native systems by focusing on LLM/agent abuse prevention, risk detection, and behavioral analysis. Support delivering security solutions for business units, owning well-scoped modules, participating in code reviews, and contributing to documentation and testing.
Location: San Jose
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Internship
Job Function: Software Engineering
Seniority: Intern level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Design and develop network security products for hyperscale environments, including firewalls, WAF, IDS, and similar systems under guidance of senior engineers
  • •Assist in building security capabilities for AI-native systems, including LLM/agent abuse prevention, risk detection, and behavioral analysis
  • •Support delivery of customized security solutions for ByteDance business units that meet compliance and security requirements
  • •Own well-scoped modules or features and participate in code reviews
  • •Contribute to team documentation and testing

Key Requirements

  • •Currently pursuing an undergraduate, master’s, or PhD program in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Networking, or a related discipline
  • •Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, computer networks, and operating systems
  • •Proficiency in at least one of C, Go, or Python demonstrated through coursework, projects, research, or prior internships
  • •Exposure to or coursework/project experience with LLM/agent-based systems (e.g., tool/function calling, context management, or related security implementations)
  • •Self-driven problem solver with strong communication and collaboration skills in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Experience:SecurityNetworkingAI securityLLMBackend infrastructure
Education:
Skills:CommunicationCollaborationProblem-solving
Tech Stack:CGoPythonLLMAgentTool/function callingContext managementFirewallsWAFIDSPrompt injection defenseAbuse prevention

Company Brief

ByteDance
Develops consumer internet and content platforms, including TikTok and other apps for short-form video, news, and entertainment. It also builds advertising, commerce, and creator tools that connect audiences, brands, and publishers across global markets.
Industry: Digital Media
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Beijing, China
Founded: 2012
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