Senior Hardware Reverse Engineer for OT/ICS

ARSIEM; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ARSIEM is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in Hardware Reverse Engineering in Arlington, VA. This role requires deep technical knowledge of proprietary hardware systems and is focused on operational technology and industrial control systems. The ideal candidate will have strong reverse engineering skills and support forensic investigations of compromised hardware.

The candidate will conduct hardware analysis, collaborate with research teams, and provide expert consultation on vulnerabilities while ensuring compliance with security clearances.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hardware reverse engineering or embedded systems analysis.
• Deep expertise in OT/ICS hardware platforms and vulnerabilities.
• Strong experience with firmware reverse engineering and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive hardware reverse engineering of OT and ICs devices.
• Analyze network-edge devices and embedded systems compromised by advanced threats.
• Identify and extract deeply embedded malware from hardware components.

Skills

Hardware reverse engineering

Embedded systems analysis

Firmware reverse engineering

Vulnerability analysis

Python programming

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Master’s degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Binary Ninja

Job description

ARSIEM is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in Hardware Reverse Engineering in Arlington, VA. This role requires deep technical knowledge of proprietary hardware systems and is focused on operational technology and industrial control systems. The ideal candidate will have strong reverse engineering skills and support forensic investigations of compromised hardware.

The candidate will conduct hardware analysis, collaborate with research teams, and provide expert consultation on vulnerabilities while ensuring compliance with security clearances.