Microelectronics Vulnerability Researcher

Booz Allen Hamilton; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 86,800 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Microelectronics Vulnerability Researcher. In this role, you will evaluate hardware security implementation and design techniques for testing electronic systems. Candidates should have experience in software development with C/C++ or Python, embedded systems, and be eligible for Top Secret clearance. The position offers competitive compensation with a range between $86,800 and $198,000 annually, including extensive benefits for employees.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software development with C, C++, or Python.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded systems and FPGA development.
• Experience using test equipment like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in hardware engineering.
• Top Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate hardware security implementation in embedded electronics.
• Design and develop techniques for testing memory and security subsystems.
• Apply tools to reverse engineer embedded systems.

Skills

Software development with C, C++ or Python

Embedded systems and FPGA development

Monitoring and capturing system-level buses

Using test equipment (oscilloscopes, etc.)

Assembly-level microcontroller programming

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or CS

Master's degree with experience

10+ years of experience in hardware engineering

Tools

Ghidra

IDA Pro

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Microelectronics Vulnerability Researcher

The Opportunity:

As an electrical engineer, you understand the workings behind complex systems. That knowledge is key when it comes to evaluating hardware security implementation in embedded electronics. We are looking for an electrical engineer who can use their skills to support our client by creating new tools and capabilities.

We need you, an electrical engineer with an understanding of embedded system design, mobile platforms and architecture, and hardware security concepts to help us design and develop techniques for testing memory subsystems, security subsystems, and debugging interfaces on electronic devices to help develop new capabilities for our client.

On our team, you will be part of a mission-oriented engineering group challenged to do the impossible and recover data that may be protected or deleted. You will impact critical missions by applying tools and techniques to reverse engineer embedded systems. Take on exciting challenges with us as we create the tools for cutting-edge capabilities.

Take on exciting challenges in digital forensics with us as we create the tools for cutting-edge investigative capabilities for law enforcement.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience in software development with C, C++, or Python
• 3+ years of experience in embedded systems and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) development
• 3+ years of experience monitoring and capturing system-level buses and interfaces such as i2C, USB, or JTAG
• Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, hardware debuggers, and tools to monitor and analyze hardware
• Experience with assembly-level microcontroller programming and configuration
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or CS and 3+ years of experience in hardware engineering, OR Master's degree and 1+ years of experience in hardware engineering, OR 10+ years of experience in hardware engineering in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working with Operating System code
• Experience with Reverse Engineering using Ghidra or IDA Pro
• Experience with Fault Injection and Failure Analysis
• Experience developing side-channel attacks
• Knowledge of secure boot processes
• Knowledge of cryptography
• Knowledge of Flash memory and RAM concepts

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.