Principal Software Reverse Engineer/Vulnerability Researcher

NIGHTWING LLC
Melbourne, FL, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

C++ (Programming Language) Computer Engineering Software Debugging Linux Python (Programming Language) Network Protocols Open Source Technology PCI Express Program Analysis Reverse Engineering SAP (Applications) Serial Communications
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Job description

Use advanced systems to find zero-day (O-day) vulnerabilities. Responsible for analyzing, designing, and identifying programmatic behaviors. Have an opportunity to develop, test, and debug software applications. Research data and provide new design ideas for vulnerability techniques. Understands terminologies like debugging and fuzzing and applying it into your work., * Extraction of SW and FW from embedded electronic platforms and systems.

  • Use of program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools (e.g., angr, BAP, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, gdb, Ghidra, windbg)

  • Document and communicate approach and results effectively to internal teams, customers, and stakeholders.

  • Engage in field tests using specially modified platforms for real-world validation of findings.

Requirements

  • Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field at 10 years of practical experience in a technology-related environment
  • We require you to have a solid understanding of software development and knowledge in any of the following: C, C++, or Python
  • Knowledge of Windows or Linux
  • Knowledge of Assembly (x86/x64)
  • Active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)., * Master’s Degree Computer Science, Physics, or related STEM field.
  • Expertise in HW/SW Reverse Engineering, Binary Analysis, and disassemblers.
  • Utilizing full system emulation for research and analysis
  • Embedded system analysis and HW/SW/FW integration
  • Capture the Flag (CTF) experience
  • Fuzzer development
  • Understanding of network protocols and embedded serial communication links (UART, USB, SPI, ETH, PCIe)
  • Commercial and open source forensic analysis tools
  • Experience creating custom forensic analysis tools

About the company

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performing workforce capable of solving the nation’s most complex problems.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active Top Secret Clearance.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

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