Participate in the broader security community through collaboration, papers, and presentations
Who you are
You have BS in Computer Science or related discipline with three (3) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with one (1) year of experience.
You enjoy working on emerging and complex malware analysis and reverse engineering problems.
You have an analytical mindset and deep curiosity about how software works.
You have the ability to balance rapid prototyping with maintainable tool development.
You have strong technical writing experience.
You recognize and deal appropriately with confidential and sensitive information.
You are able to handle continual shifting priorities.
You enjoy mentoring and training others as well as sharing knowledge.
You communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
You have a willingness to travel to various locations to support the SEI’s overall mission This includes sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings on occasion. Moderate Travel (15%)
You will be subject to a background check and obtain and maintain an active Department of War security clearance
You have experience with or knowledge of
Reverse engineering software binaries for a variety of architectures, both at the user level and kernel level
Static analysis tools (e.g. IDA Pro, NSA Ghidra, Binary Ninja)
User-level and kernel-level debuggers (e.g. x32dbg, x64dbg, gdb, WinDbg)
Native programming languages (e.g. C/C++).
High-level programming languages (e.g. Java, Python, GoLang, etc.)
Software engineering and design concepts
Firmware and device driver development
Malware tradecraft and threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Malware signature creation and use, independent of detection technology
Operating system concepts and internals and binary file formats (e.g. PE, ELF, Mach-O, etc.)
Internet Protocols and network analysis tools (e.g. Wireshark, netcat, etc.)
Compiler theory, cryptography, and malware deobfuscation techniques.
Mobile device development and reverse engineering
Malware sandboxes or instrumentation frameworks (e.g., Frida, QEMU, Unicorn Engine).
General understanding and experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning and using artificial intelligence to support reverse engineering and malware analysis
Why work here?
Join a world-class organization that has significant impact on software
Work with cutting edge technologies and experts to solve tough problems for the government and the nation
Get 8% monthly contribution for your retirement, without having to contribute yourself
Get tuition benefits to CMU and other institutions for you and your dependent children
Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with flexible work arrangements and paid parental and military leave
Get access to university resources including mindfulness programs, childcare and back-up care benefits, a monthly transit benefit on WMATA, free transportation on the Pittsburgh Regional Transit System
Enjoy annual professional development opportunities; attend conferences and training or obtain a certification and get reimbursed for membership in professional societies
Qualify for relocation assistance and so much more
Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Job Function
- Software/Applications Development/Engineering
- Position Type
- Staff – Regular
- Full time/Part time
- Full time
- Pay Basis
- Salary
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