Senior Vulnerability Researcher — Embedded Security Expert

Battelle Memorial Institute; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Flexible work schedule

401(k) retirement savings plan

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Battelle Memorial Institute is seeking a Senior Vulnerability Researcher in Chantilly, VA. This position involves researching and debugging embedded devices, using tools for vulnerability assessment, and collaborating with a close-knit team. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in vulnerability research.

The role requires a strong understanding of assembly languages, and the use of disassemblers and debuggers, among other qualifications. Battelle offers a hybrid work model and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science needed.
• Strong ability to read assembly language and use debugging tools.
• Experience with vulnerability research and exploit protection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Research and debug embedded devices.
• Use and build tools for vulnerability research.
• Collaborate with team members in a close-knit environment.

Skills

Develop software to run in user-mode or kernel-mode

Strong understanding in reading assembly language

Experience with a disassembler for vulnerability research

Experience with one or more assembly languages

Experience with one or more debuggers

Knowledge of advanced exploitation techniques

Ability to code in C

Understanding of network protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in related field

PhD in a related field

Tools

Ghidra

IDA Pro

BinaryNinja

WinDbg

OllyDbg

gdb

Job description

Battelle Memorial Institute is seeking a Senior Vulnerability Researcher in Chantilly, VA. This position involves researching and debugging embedded devices, using tools for vulnerability assessment, and collaborating with a close-knit team. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in vulnerability research.

The role requires a strong understanding of assembly languages, and the use of disassemblers and debuggers, among other qualifications. Battelle offers a hybrid work model and competitive benefits.