Senior Vulnerability Researcher (Embedded Security)

Location: Dayton, Ohio; hybrid role

Salary: $117,235–$175,492 USD annualized

Company

hirify.global builds and deploys products that address complex challenges and deliver security solutions for government customers.

What you will do

• Conduct comprehensive reverse engineering of a variety of embedded systems.
• Perform static and dynamic analysis to identify vulnerabilities in embedded systems.
• Develop proof-of-concept capabilities to demonstrate research progress.
• Document research findings and expand the team’s understanding of embedded systems.
• Collaborate with CNO developers, hardware engineers, and other disciplines to deliver customer solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Knowledge of *nix operating systems.
• Knowledge of common network protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, or HTTP.
• Proficiency with at least one modern debugger, such as GDB or WinDBG.
• Proficiency with at least one modern decompiler, such as Ghidra, IDA, or Binary Ninja.
• Proficiency in at least one native programming language, such as C or C++.
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language, such as Python.
• Proficiency in at least one assembly language, such as x86 or ARM.
• Active US Security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level and the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.

Nice to have

• Experience conducting vulnerability research on embedded systems.
• Experience defeating modern mitigations such as ASLR, DEP, and stack canaries.
• Knowledge of cellular standards such as 4G or 5G.
• Knowledge of low-bandwidth communications such as RS485, RS232, or CAN.
• Knowledge of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Zigbee communications.
• Previous experience in a client-facing technical role.
• Participation in CTFs or evidence of independent security research projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment in Dayton, Ohio.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave, tuition assistance, and professional development.
• Compensation considers education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, contract affordability, and organizational requirements.