CYBER SECURITY ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP - DITCH WITCH

Who Are We?    

At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.  We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people. 

What Will You Do? 

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: 

• Perform manual penetration tests on embedded devices, including network, hardware, and software vulnerabilities.

• Document testing procedures, findings, and results in a structured and comprehensive manner.

• Collaborate with senior engineers to identify test equipment and resources required to automate penetration testing.

• Develop and write automation scripts/software for penetration tests, improving efficiency and repeatability.

• Provide recommendations based on test results to improve product security.

• Stay updated on emerging cyber threats and penetration testing techniques relevant to embedded systems.

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What Do You Need? 

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: 

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Completed courses in cybersecurity, embedded systems, penetration testing, networking, and computer programming.

• Programming/Scripting languages: Proficiency in Python, C/C++, and familiarity with shell scripting (e.g., Bash) for automation tasks.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity testing tools such as Wireshark, Nmap, Metasploit, or similar.

• Basic understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, CAN, etc.) and wireless communication (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).

• Experience with embedded systems or IoT devices, either through coursework or projects, is preferred.

• Hardware experience: Basic knowledge of working with microcontrollers, debugging interfaces (e.g., JTAG, UART), and testing hardware security.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a focus on documenting procedures and results.

• Experience with automation tools or writing scripts to automate testing is a plus.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Comfortable in a team environment.

• Good problem-analysis and resolution skills.

• Positive and energetic attitude.

• High degree of personal and professional integrity.

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay- The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:

Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.

Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.

Competitive Pay- The anticipated pay range is $22.00-28.00 per hour.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities.  

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related needs and conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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