Offensive Security Researcher (Kernel & Embedded Security)

TL;DR

Offensive Security Researcher (Kernel & Embedded Security): Conducting offensive security research across operating system kernels, boot ROMs, and firmware to identify and fix vulnerabilities before exploitation with an accent on low-level components and secure enclaves. Focus on binary exploitation, fuzzing, and applying AI/ML techniques to strengthen the most privileged layers of hirify.global platforms.

Location: In-office roles in New York City, Paris, and Cupertino; remote considered for experienced candidates

Salary: $147,400 – $272,100

Company

hirify.global's Security Engineering & Architecture organization focuses on safeguarding over a billion devices by finding and fixing vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

What you will do

• Conduct offensive security research across OS kernels, boot ROMs, firmware, and secure enclaves.
• Develop security tooling and employ fuzzing and machine learning to amplify product security impact.
• Identify and resolve critical vulnerabilities in the lowest levels of the security architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to evaluate and strengthen the most privileged layers of hirify.global products.

Requirements

• Proven experience in vulnerability research targeting OS kernels, firmware, or embedded components.
• Strong understanding of low-level vulnerability classes like memory corruption, race conditions, and use-after-free.
• Ability to apply AI techniques and tools, such as LLMs or Machine Learning, for security research.
• Outstanding collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Deep knowledge of kernel internals, including virtual memory management and system call interfaces.
• Experience with firmware and boot ROM security analysis, including secure boot chains.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Python, Swift, or Objective-C.
• Experience with reverse-engineering tools like IDA or Ghidra.
• Knowledge of iOS or macOS.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage and retirement benefits.
• Opportunity to become a shareholder through discretionary stock programs and ESPP.
• Reimbursement for formal education expenses and tuition to advance your career.
• Access to a range of discounted products and free services.
• Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses and relocation assistance.