Lead, Security Research Engineer - FL - TS/SCI
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L3Harris is currently seeking a senior level Security/Vulnerability Research Engineer to join our talented team! This individual will perform reverse engineering tasks associated with vulnerability detection and manipulation of targeted systems. This position will work at our dedicated facility in Melbourne, FL and is an extremely exciting position working with National Security customers to protect and defend our nation. Don’t join a job, join a mission. L3Harris Technologies is seeking the best of the best to support our Security Vulnerability and Research efforts for our customers. Work is 100% on-site and cannot be accomplished remotely.
We are eager to review your application!
Essential Functions:
Perform vulnerability research on hardware platforms, software applications, and firmware services to identify potential security risks
Conduct reverse engineering across multiple architectures and platforms, including ARM, x86, x64, and MIPS
Leverage both static and dynamic analysis tools for firmware/software evaluation
Experience working with disassembly tools like Ghidra or IDA Pro
Apply knowledge of offensive and defensive reverse engineering techniques, including countering and developing advanced security measures
Design, develop, or analyze low-level system components, including kernel modules and other system foundational firmware services
Write and utilize scripts in languages such as Python, or similar
Develop software solutions using C or C++ programming languages
Debug and create firmware for computer systems
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required
5+ years’ experience working with disassembly tools like Ghidra or IDA Pro
5+ years’ experience performing vulnerability research on hardware platforms, software applications, or firmware services to identify potential security risks
Professional hands-on experience with diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, power supplies, and logic analyzers
Professional experience working in Unix/Linux operating systems and environments
Preferred Additional Skills:
Experience in firmware creation and debugging
Experience with embedded hardware and software design, development, and testing processes
Background in developing hardware platforms
Competence in one or more low-level programming languages
Knowledge and expertise in RF systems and technologies
Familiarity with wired and wireless protocols at Layer 1 and Layer 2, including USB, SPI/I2C/1-Wire, Ethernet, PCI-Express, 802.11, Bluetooth, Cellular, and others
Ability to lead and manage engineering teams effectively
Experience developing custom emulation solutions to enable dynamic analysis using tools such as QEMU
Experience writing plugins for decompilers such as IDA and Ghidra
Proficient in agile development methodologies for efficient collaboration and iterative development
Skill in soldering, prototyping, and analyzing electronic circuits
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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- Location:
- Melbourne