Remote Senior Security Engineer, Application Security

Description:

• Trail of Bits is seeking a Senior Security Engineer, Application Security to join their Software Assurance team.
• The role involves conducting comprehensive security assessments of client applications, particularly focusing on MacOS environments.
• Responsibilities include analyzing vulnerabilities in system components, automating bug finding, exploiting privilege escalation vulnerabilities in kernel drivers, and reviewing security boundaries and isolation mechanisms.
• The engineer will collaborate with other application security engineers and contribute to client projects while building impactful tools.
• Opportunities to work with the Research & Engineering team to secure funding for software security research are available.
• Key achievements include conducting security assessments, developing custom security tools, performing architecture reviews, engaging with clients, and contributing to research and innovation in application security.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in MacOS security with a proven ability to identify and mitigate system-level vulnerabilities in complex applications.
• A track record of conducting technical security assessments of MacOS applications and implementing effective security measures.
• Strong debugging and reverse engineering skills, along with experience in fuzzing, static analysis tools, and cloud-native technologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Objective-C and Swift, with additional knowledge in Python, C++, Rust, and Go.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex security concepts to diverse stakeholders and provide clear, actionable recommendations.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully company-paid insurance packages, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• A solid 401(k) plan with a 5% match of the base salary.
• 20 days of paid vacation with flexibility for more, in accordance with jurisdictional regulations.
• Four months of parental leave for new family members.
• $5,000 in relocation assistance for those moving to NYC.
• $1,000 Working-from-Home stipend for a comfortable home office setup.
• Annual $750 Learning & Development stipend for personal and professional growth.
• Company-sponsored all-team celebrations, including travel and accommodation.
• Philanthropic contribution matching up to $2,000 annually.