Senior Researcher - Hardware

BEACON RED; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 280,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visas

Annual flight tickets

Medical insurance for dependants

Education allowances for children

Job summary

EDGE is seeking a Senior Researcher to support security evaluation of IT products, embedded systems, firmware, software, and hardware. Your role includes hands‑on cybersecurity testing, vulnerability analysis, and producing high‑quality assessments aligned with industry standards.

You will collaborate with management and researchers to deliver robust product security evaluations, contribute to testing methodologies, and help drive continuous improvement initiatives at EDGE in Abu Dhabi and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity evaluation, penetration testing, vulnerability research, software security assessment, hardware security testing, embedded systems security, reverse engineering, or secure product development.
• Hands‑on experience in firmware analysis, fuzzing, exploit development, debug interface testing, Side‑Channel Analysis, Fault Injection, cryptographic implementation testing, or embedded device security testing.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity testing methodologies, vulnerability assessment practices, penetration testing techniques, and relevant security standards.
• Relevant certifications such as CEH, OSCP, or equivalent cybersecurity training are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze products, firmware, software, hardware components, interfaces, and technical documentation to identify attack surfaces and potential security risks.
• Execute security testing activities including vulnerability assessments, firmware analysis, reverse engineering, fuzzing, logical attacks, debug interface testing, Side‑Channel Analysis, Fault Injection, cryptographic testing, and hardware security assessments.
• Collect, review, and analyze technical evidence such as logs, traces, binaries, signal captures, measurement data, and test outputs.
• Document findings, vulnerabilities, and test results in clear, structured technical reports.
• Maintain accurate records of testing activities, tools, configurations, evidence, and results to ensure full traceability.
• Follow established procedures, quality requirements, information security controls, and applicable cybersecurity standards.
• Support researchers in planning, executing, and delivering evaluation projects.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of testing methodologies, scripts, tools, and reusable procedures.
• Participate in technical reviews, audits, knowledge‑sharing activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cybersecurity evaluation

Penetration testing

Reverse engineering

Fuzzing

Exploit development

Cryptographic testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field

Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

ISO/IEC 17025

CEH

OSCP

Job description

About EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

About The Role

We are looking for a Senior Researcher to support the security evaluation of IT products, embedded systems, firmware, software, and hardware devices. In this role, you will perform hands‑on cybersecurity testing, vulnerability analysis, and technical assessments to identify security weaknesses and support risk‑based conclusions. Working closely with management and senior researchers, you will contribute to the delivery of high‑quality product security evaluations aligned with industry standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze products, firmware, software, hardware components, interfaces, and technical documentation to identify attack surfaces and potential security risks.
• Execute security testing activities including vulnerability assessments, firmware analysis, reverse engineering, fuzzing, logical attacks, debug interface testing, Side‑Channel Analysis, Fault Injection, cryptographic testing, and hardware security assessments.
• Collect, review, and analyze technical evidence such as logs, traces, binaries, signal captures, measurement data, and test outputs.
• Document findings, vulnerabilities, and test results in clear, structured technical reports.
• Maintain accurate records of testing activities, tools, configurations, evidence, and results to ensure full traceability.
• Follow established procedures, quality requirements, information security controls, and applicable cybersecurity standards.
• Support researchers in planning, executing, and delivering evaluation projects.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of testing methodologies, scripts, tools, and reusable procedures.
• Participate in technical reviews, audits, knowledge‑sharing activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity evaluation, penetration testing, vulnerability research, software security assessment, hardware security testing, embedded systems security, reverse engineering, or secure product development.
• Hands‑on experience in at least one of the following areas: firmware analysis, fuzzing, exploit development, debug interface testing, Side‑Channel Analysis, Fault Injection, cryptographic implementation testing, or embedded device security testing.
• Good understanding of cybersecurity testing methodologies, vulnerability assessment practices, penetration testing techniques, and relevant security standards.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 and other cybersecurity or quality standards is an advantage.
• Relevant certifications such as CEH, OSCP, or equivalent cybersecurity, hardware security, or reverse engineering training are preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, documentation, and technical reporting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Applied Cryptography, or a related field.
• Knowledge of advanced hardware security testing and cryptographic implementation assessments.

Why Choose EDGE?

Salaries are highly competitive and tax‑free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependants, and education allowances for your children.

• Family visas
• Annual flight tickets
• Medical insurance for you and your dependants
• Education allowances for your children

But the real investment goes further than compensation. Through our own learning academy and digital learning platform, there are extensive opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Add to that the freedom to innovate, strong career guidance, and the chance to work alongside world‑class talent from across the globe, and EDGE becomes a place where you can keep growing, keep learning, and keep turning bold ideas into something real.

Candidate Privacy & Equal Opportunity Statement

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EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high‑performing workforce.

We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.