Principal IoT Botnet & DDoS Threat Researcher

A10 Networks, Inc; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

A10 Networks, Inc. is seeking a Reverse Engineer specializing in IoT botnet malware. This role involves reverse engineering, dynamic malware analysis, and collaborating with product engineering on detection capabilities. You will engage directly with customers and lead external research efforts. The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge in binary reverse engineering, proficiency in Python and Go, and a solid understanding of network protocols. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary in the range of $200,000 - $215,000.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in binary reverse engineering with Ghidra or IDA.
• Hands-on experience with dynamic malware analysis in lab environments.
• Working proficiency in Python and Go.

Responsibilities

• Reverse engineer IoT botnet malware to understand attack behavior.
• Perform dynamic malware analysis in isolated environments.
• Design detection and mitigation approaches from malware analysis.

Skills

Binary reverse engineering

Dynamic malware analysis

Proficiency in Python

Understanding of network protocols

Communication of technical findings

Tools

Ghidra

Python 3

Go

Scapy

Job description

A10 Networks, Inc. is seeking a Reverse Engineer specializing in IoT botnet malware. This role involves reverse engineering, dynamic malware analysis, and collaborating with product engineering on detection capabilities. You will engage directly with customers and lead external research efforts. The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge in binary reverse engineering, proficiency in Python and Go, and a solid understanding of network protocols. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary in the range of $200,000 - $215,000.