About the job
Systems Technology Research (STR) is seeking a Principal Software Reverse Engineer who is passionate about researching and analyzing vulnerabilities in cyber-physical systems. This role is part of a multidisciplinary team of skilled researchers and engineers committed to creating innovative technologies that significantly impact national security. You'll have the opportunity to work at the intersection of computer systems and real-world applications, where your unique skills and perspectives will contribute to delivering cutting-edge solutions for our clients.
Important: All work must be performed onsite, and an Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct reverse engineering on complex software or firmware, encompassing a range of targets from standard Windows/Linux binaries to embedded firmware on unconventional computer architectures and operating systems.
- Develop and utilize automated reverse engineering and binary analysis tools to characterize protocols, interfaces, and functionalities of target systems.
- Innovate and implement advanced cybersecurity solutions.
- Lead cross-functional teams to address challenging problems across various technologies, creating groundbreaking cybersecurity strategies.
- Engage in vulnerability weaponization, exploit development, payload creation, and exploit mitigation on diverse complex targets.
- Conduct technical marketing to both existing and prospective customers.
- Contribute to technical proposal development through idea generation, writing, reviewing, and editing.
- Document, demonstrate, and present research findings.
- Address real-world challenges that influence national security.

