Red Team Software Security Engineer - Plano Texas

Company: Orangepeople
Location: Plano, Texas
Posted On: 05/05/2024

In this role, you will be analyzing embedded system security, developing tools and proof-of-concept exploits, and reverse engineering software from bootloaders to userland applications. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about system security and understand the landscape of software security defenses and features. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we invite you to apply for this role!


Responsibilities:
Perform analysis of security requirements specifications against implementation.
Execute penetration testing and reverse engineering of software and firmware.
Communicate complex technical findings, remediation guidance, and recommendations.
Develop skills through research on new attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and exploits.


Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related is strongly desired.
Proficient in C, C++, ARM, and/or Python (specifically for writing tools to help with tasks).
Knowledge of core, fundamental security concepts (e.g., cryptography, encryption).
Knowledge of embedded security features and best practices (e.g., Secure Boot).
Experience with Linux and other embedded operating systems.
Experience with reverse engineering and binary analysis tools (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra).
Experience evaluating system security based on standard controls (e.g., SELinux).
Experience with identifying software security issues and vulnerabilities.


Additional Valued Attributes:
Knowledge of software fuzzing techniques and solutions (e.g., BAP, AFL).
Knowledge of symbolic execution and other advanced binary analyses (e.g. angr).
Experience with vulnerability analysis using CVSS scoring and CWE types.
Experience in penetration testing and requirements verification.
Experience in performing code audits or assessments.


Benefits:
401(k).
Dental Insurance.
Health insurance.
Vision insurance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people.
The salary will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs.


Additional Responsibilities:
Participate in OrangePeople monthly team meetings, and participate in team-building efforts.
Contribute to OrangePeople technical discussions, peer reviews, etc.
Contribute content and collaborate via the OP-Wiki/Knowledge Base.
Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested.


About us:
OrangePeople is an Enterprise Architecture and Project Management solutions company. Our most valuable asset is our people: dynamic, creative thinkers, who are passionate about doing quality work. As a member of the OrangePeople team, you will have access to industry-leading consulting practices, strategies & and technologies, innovative training & and education. An ideal Orange Person is a technology leader with a proven track record of technical achievements and a strong process/methodology orientation. More...

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