Subject Matter Expert - Hardware Reverse Engineer (OT/ICS)

TL;DR

Subject Matter Expert - Hardware Reverse Engineer (OT/ICS): Conducting advanced hardware reverse engineering and forensic investigations on operational technology and industrial control systems with an accent on firmware analysis, vulnerability research, and identifying malicious hardware modifications. Focus on analyzing proprietary edge devices, developing defensive countermeasures, and supporting critical infrastructure protection missions for U.S. Government agencies.

Location: Onsite position requiring U.S. Citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance.

Company

hirify.global is a specialized IT and cybersecurity consulting firm providing innovative solutions and high-level engineering support to Federal, State, and Local government agencies.

What you will do

• Conduct comprehensive hardware reverse engineering of OT and ICS devices.
• Analyze network-edge devices and embedded systems compromised by advanced threats.
• Perform deep-dive analysis of proprietary hardware and extract embedded malware.
• Reverse engineer firmware and low-level software on embedded devices.
• Develop standard operating procedures for hardware forensics workflows.
• Provide expert consultation on edge device security and vulnerabilities to support forensic investigations.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• 10+ years of experience in hardware reverse engineering or embedded systems analysis.
• Deep expertise in OT/ICS hardware platforms and vulnerabilities.
• Proficiency with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, and Binary Ninja.

Nice to have

• Experience with chip decapsulation and invasive hardware analysis techniques.
• Advanced certifications such as GREM or GXPN.
• Background in offensive security or penetration testing of OT environments.
• Experience with SCADA, PLC, RTU, and other industrial control components.

Culture & Benefits

• Extremely competitive salary.
• 95% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 100% employer-paid life, STD, and LTD disability insurance.
• 401k with company match and profit sharing.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent and health care.
• 3 weeks of annual leave plus 11 standard holidays.