Remote Software Engineer III (Ghidra/Reverse Engineering Experience)

Description:

• We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer with extensive experience in reverse engineering and proficiency with Ghidra to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing and understanding the behavior of binary executables, developing tools to automate reverse engineering tasks, and contributing to vulnerability research efforts.
• This role is ideal for individuals with a deep passion for cybersecurity, malware analysis, and low-level software engineering.
• This position is fully remote.

Responsibilities:

• Reverse Engineering:
  • Utilize Ghidra, IDA Pro, and other reverse engineering tools to analyze software binaries and firmware to understand functionality, identify vulnerabilities, and document findings.
  • Disassemble, decompile, and debug software binaries to uncover how code operates and interacts within various systems and architectures (x86, ARM, MIPS, etc.).
  • Analyze obfuscated code, including packed or encrypted executables, and extract critical information about their operations.
• Malware and Vulnerability Research:
  • Perform in-depth analysis of malicious software to understand its structure, behavior, and impact.
  • Collaborate with security researchers to identify zero-day vulnerabilities, propose exploit mitigations, and develop proof-of-concept exploits.
  • Participate in vulnerability research projects aimed at discovering software flaws and weaknesses within different platforms.
• Tool Development and Automation:
  • Develop custom scripts, plugins, and automation tools for Ghidra and other reverse engineering platforms to optimize and speed up analysis workflows.
  • Implement software-based solutions for binary instrumentation, hooking, and monitoring execution in real-time environments.
  • Collaborate with development teams to create tools that enhance reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis capabilities.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Document reverse engineering analysis processes, results, and findings in a detailed and methodical manner.
  • Prepare reports on vulnerabilities, exploits, and technical assessments to share with internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Communicate complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences, providing risk assessments and mitigation recommendations.
• Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing:
  • Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, security researchers, and analysts to provide reverse engineering support and share expertise.
  • Stay up-to-date with new tools, techniques, and technologies in reverse engineering, malware analysis, and software security.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and security researchers in the field of reverse engineering.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in reverse engineering and proficiency with Ghidra is required.
• Strong knowledge of software binaries, firmware analysis, and vulnerability identification is essential.
• Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro is necessary.
• Familiarity with various architectures including x86, ARM, and MIPS is required.
• Proven ability to analyze obfuscated code and extract critical operational information is needed.
• Experience in malware analysis and vulnerability research is essential.
• Ability to develop custom scripts, plugins, and automation tools for reverse engineering platforms is required.
• Strong documentation skills to detail analysis processes, results, and findings are necessary.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical findings to diverse audiences are essential.
• A collaborative mindset to work with multidisciplinary teams and share expertise is required.
• A passion for staying updated with new tools and techniques in the field of cybersecurity is necessary.

Benefits:

• The salary for this position ranges from $110,000 to $150,000 a year.
• This position offers the flexibility of being fully remote.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship are available.
• The role allows for collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of experts in the field.
• Employees will have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects in cybersecurity and vulnerability research.