Jobs · Information Technology · Ohio

Offensive Cyber Engineer

Cryptic Vector · Miamisburg, OH · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Reverse Engineering (RE) of software/firmware, Vulnerability Research (VR), exploit development/productization
  • Deconstruct and analyze software/firmware to understand its structure, functionality, and behavior
  • Design/develop post-exploitation effects in software/firmware, which can withstand scrutiny and attack
  • Design/develop secure, reliable, software-based communication solutions
  • Design/develop stealth solutions
  • Employ industry-standard tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, Wireshark, and Hex editors (e.g., Hex Workshop) to reverse engineer software components
  • Develop scripts and tools in C, Assembly, Rust, and Python to automate and enhance reverse engineering processes
  • Collaborate with hardware teams to understand and interact with physical devices. This includes connecting probes, using logic analyzers, and decoding signals on hardware
  • Write unit tests, functional tests, and end-to-end tests
  • Prepare detailed reports documenting the findings, methodologies, and potential implications of reverse engineering efforts
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide insights and technical expertise on reverse-engineered software/hardware

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong programming skills in C, Assembly, and Python
  • Extensive experience with reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, and Wireshark
  • Proficiency with x86 architecture, or other modern architecture, and Hex editors
  • Ability to interface with hardware, including connecting probes to traces, using logic analyzers, and decoding hardware signals
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively in analyzing software and hardware components
  • Meticulous attention to detail, especially when dealing with complex codebases and hardware systems

Qualifications

  • Prioritize will be given to candidates with an active Top Secret (TS) clearance
  • Experience working with embedded systems or IoT devices
  • Familiarity with other assembly languages beyond x86 (e.g., ARM)
  • Knowledge of network protocols and cybersecurity principles

Skills

  • Technical fluency in reverse engineering and vulnerability research
  • Expertise in developing and deploying post-exploitation effects
  • Proficiency in designing and implementing secure, reliable communication solutions
  • Ability to work with hardware and decode signals on physical devices
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail

Benefits & Perks

  • 100% Company-paid medical insurance for employees
  • 100% Company-paid dental and vision insurance
  • Competitive salary and bonus
  • 25% 401k company contribution
  • Generous PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave, and volunteer time
  • Flexible work hours
  • Tuition reimbursement, training allowance, internal mobility opportunities
  • Free beverages and snacks, Donut Fridays, monthly social events

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