Early Career Vulnerability Researcher

Battelle Memorial Institute; Virginia (MN); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Compressed work schedule

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Zusammenfassung

Battelle Memorial Institute is seeking an Early Career Vulnerability Researcher in the Columbus, OH area. You will tackle tough computing problems in small agile teams, contributing to cyber security projects using specialized software and hardware in a high-powered lab environment.

The role emphasizes developing software in C/C++ and scripting, analyzing networks and OS internals, and advancing research under IRAD with mentoring and growth opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 0–2 years of experience, or Master's in a relevant field
• Develop software to run in user-mode or kernel-mode
• Ability to code in C or C++ and scripting languages
• Experience with PC and embedded systems architecture including boot processes and OS internals
• Familiarity with vulnerability research tools (IDA Pro, BinaryNinja, etc.)
• Understand network protocols and various assembly languages
• Experience with debuggers (WinDbg, OllyDbg, gdb, etc.)
• Experience with vulnerability research across OSes (Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, MacOS, etc.)
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of mitigation techniques (DEP, ASLR)
• Familiarity with fuzzers
• Must be a sole US citizen with ability to obtain US government security clearance

Aufgaben

• Compile and evaluate design and test data for electrical/electronic systems
• Prepare technical specifications and analyze data to determine limits and variables
• Assist interpretation of results and draft sections of technical reports
• Complete project work within schedule and budget constraints

Kenntnisse

C/C++

Python scripting

OS internals

Disassembly tools

Networking protocols

Security clearance

Assembly languages

Debuggers

Teamwork

Organization

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in CS/CE/EE

Master's in related field

Tools

IDA Pro

BinaryNinja

WinDbg

gdb

Jobbeschreibung

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle is seeking an Early Career Vulnerability Researcher in the Columbus, OH office location.

Do you like solving the hardest computing problems in the world, working on research projects you are passionate about, and competitive mini basketball, and bumper pool? Battelle may be the company for you.

Battelle Cyber Engineers solve the toughest Computer Science problems in the world. We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology. Our high-powered computer labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineers have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions.

Battelle is committed to its employee's professional growth. We encourage new ideas with our large Internal Research and Development (IRAD) program where engineers work on projects, they are passionate about. We have the tools and the mentors you will need to take yourself to the next level.

Responsibilities

An Early Career Vulnerability Researcher performs assignments of a routine degree of complexity by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for electrical/electronic systems, components, equipment, and networks.

Assists in the interpretation of results and writing of small sections of technical reports.

Completes assigned project work within schedule and budget constraints.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study and (0-2) years of experience, OR Master's degree in a relevant field, OR an equivalent combination of education/experience in a relevant field
• Develop software to run in user-mode or kernel-mode
• Ability to code in C or C++ Ability to use a scripting language (Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.)
• Experience with PC and embedded systems architecture to include boot processes and OS internals
• Experience with a disassembler for vulnerability research (IDA Pro, BinaryNinja, etc.)
• Understand network protocols
• Experience with one or more assembly languages (x86, x64, ARM, MIPS, PowerPC, etc.)
• Experience with one or more debuggers (WinDbg, OllyDbg, gdb, etc.)
• Experience with vulnerability research on one or more operating systems: Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, MacOS, VxWorks, QNX, RTOSs, or other custom operating systems
• Ability to demonstrate good organization, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of common mitigation techniques (DEP, ASLR, etc.)
• Familiarity with fuzzers
• Must be a sole US citizen with the ability maintain a US government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Participation in CTFs
• Ability to analyze assembly-level code on multiple platforms (x86, x64, ARM, MIPS, PowerPC, etc.)
• Experience with symbolic analysis
• Ability to analyze network protocols throughout all layers of the network stack
• Background in software engineering and architecture
• Active Secret security clearance

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.