R&D Intern for Windows Agent (Endpoint Privilege Management)

Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place. Who We Are In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us! We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes. Job Summary Student Software Engineer – Windows Agent (Endpoint Privilege Management) What you'll do • Develop and test product features in C++. • Design and build Python automation frameworks and core components. • Learn Windows security, kernel and OS internals in depth, including processes, tokens, privileges, services and drivers. • Work across a wide range of Windows client and server versions. • Build and maintain Jenkins CI/CD pipelines. Requirements • B.Sc. student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field, with at least 3 semesters left before graduation. • Available 2–3 days a week (flexible hours). • Highly independent, a fast learner and self-driven. Advantages • Experience with modern C/C++. • Familiarity with the Win32 API or Windows internals. • Familiarity with Python test automation (Pytest). • Knowledge of Windows security mechanisms • Experience with Jenkins. • Strong security background. • Familiarity with threat detection approaches. • Malware analysis or reverse engineering experience. Qualifications Our Commitment We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.