Senior Principal Hardware Reverse Engineer (OT/ICS)

Nightwing Group; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing Group is seeking a Senior Principal Reverse Engineer in Arlington, VA, to lead efforts in combating advanced cyber threats affecting operational technology. Candidates should possess significant experience in hardware reverse engineering, analyzing compromised devices, and understanding complex security vulnerabilities.

The role requires a deep technical grasp of hardware systems, and proficiency with reverse engineering tools, and is well-suited for individuals with strong collaborative skills and a passion for innovation in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hardware reverse engineering or embedded systems analysis.
• Deep expertise in OT/ICS hardware platforms and vulnerabilities.
• Strong communication skills for explaining complex technical findings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive hardware reverse engineering of OT and ICS devices.
• Analyze network-edge devices and embedded systems compromised by advanced threats.
• Reverse engineer firmware and low-level software on embedded devices.

Skills

Hardware reverse engineering

Embedded systems analysis

Firmware reverse engineering

Strong programming skills (Python, C)

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Binary Ninja

Job description

Nightwing Group is seeking a Senior Principal Reverse Engineer in Arlington, VA, to lead efforts in combating advanced cyber threats affecting operational technology. Candidates should possess significant experience in hardware reverse engineering, analyzing compromised devices, and understanding complex security vulnerabilities.

The role requires a deep technical grasp of hardware systems, and proficiency with reverse engineering tools, and is well-suited for individuals with strong collaborative skills and a passion for innovation in cybersecurity.