Embedded Security Researcher - Vulnerability Discovery

Battelle UK Limited; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Flexible work schedule

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Job summary

Battelle UK Limited is seeking a Mid-level Vulnerability Researcher in Chantilly, VA. The role involves researching and debugging embedded devices, developing unique security solutions, and collaborating with a skilled team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or equivalent, strong assembly language skills, and be familiar with tools like Ghidra and gdb. The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package including tuition assistance and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vulnerability research or equivalent.
• Proficient in reading assembly language and debugging tools.
• Ability to research and debug embedded devices.

Responsibilities

• Research and debug embedded devices using disassemblers and debuggers.
• Develop unique embedded security solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with a team of researchers on projects.

Skills

Understanding of assembly language

Experience with disassemblers (Ghidra, IDA Pro, BinaryNinja)

Experience with debugging tools (WinDbg, OllyDbg, gdb)

Knowledge of advanced exploitation techniques

Coding in C and/or Python

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field with 5 years of experience

Master's degree in related field with 2 years of experience

PhD in related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Debuggers (WinDbg, OllyDbg, gdb)

Disassemblers (Ghidra, IDA Pro, BinaryNinja)

Fuzzing tools (AFL, Peach)

Job description

Battelle UK Limited is seeking a Mid-level Vulnerability Researcher in Chantilly, VA. The role involves researching and debugging embedded devices, developing unique security solutions, and collaborating with a skilled team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or equivalent, strong assembly language skills, and be familiar with tools like Ghidra and gdb. The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package including tuition assistance and wellness programs.