Principal Reverse Engineer - Cyber Networks

Company: Prattwhitney
Location: San Jose
Posted on: October 4, 2024

Job Description:

Principal Reverse Engineer - Cyber NetworksLocation: CA826: 200 Holger Way, San Jose, CA, 95134 USATime Type: Full timeDate Posted: 2024-09-11Country: United States of AmericaPosition Role Type: UnspecifiedThis role is primarily On-Site, with flexibility at hiring manager discretion.Join Applied Signal Technology (AST), a dynamic business within Collins Aerospace, in our mission to enhance national security and safeguard the global community. We're on the lookout for a dedicated Principal Reverse Engineer with specialization in cyber network operations and cyber network exploitation tools who strives for excellence and has a passion to be part of a team that strengthens our nation and improves the security of our world.What You Will Do:

• Assist with vulnerability research/analysis and reverse engineering of embedded hardware and networks.
• Work closely with customers, senior management, program managers, senior reverse engineering experts, and technical leaders to understand customer objectives and develop solutions.
• Lead Research and Development projects that extend into advanced technology exploration.
• May travel up to 25% time.Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience, or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.
  • 8 years of experience developing cyber network operations and cyber network exploitation tools.
  • Reverse engineering technical skills in binary analysis, protocol analysis, code decompilation, malware analysis, and vulnerability research on large-scale network systems and/or RTOS-based embedded systems.
  • Experience utilizing reverse engineering tools (Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, Radare, or similar) in embedded architectures (ARM, x86/64, MIPS or PPC).
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required.Qualifications We Prefer:
    • Active U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance or current SSBI.
    • Experience developing Fuzzers and programming using C++ and Python.
    • Experience using offensive and defensive cyber tools.
    • Experience with embedded system development, hardware debugging, and deep knowledge of computer hardware subsystems.
    • Understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP stacks, low level protocols, various communications methods, routing protocols, etc.What We Offer:
      • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
      • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
      • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
      • Tuition reimbursement program
      • Student Loan Repayment Program
      • Life insurance and disability coverage
      • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
      • And more!Diversity drives innovation: inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas.Do you want to be a part of something bigger? Join our mission today.*Please ensure the role type is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.Onsite: Employees working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.#ASTRTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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