Job Title: Lead, Security Research Engineer
Job Code: 14734
Job Location : Remote
Job Description :
L3Harris is currently seeking a Sr. Security / Vulnerability Research Engineer to join our team. This individual will perform reverse engineering tasks associated with vulnerability detection and manipulation of targeted systems.This 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 lead our Security Vulnerability and Research efforts for our customers.
Essential Functions :
Conducting research for the purposes of finding new vulnerabilities and enhancing existing capabilities
Circumventing security protection methods and techniques
Reverse engineering complex systems and protocols
Creating detailed technical reports to document findings and writing proof of concept code
Unique skills required (i.e. expertise, location, etc.) Vulnerability Research, Hardware/Software/Firmware Reverse Engineering, Capability Development, Systems Engineering, Zero-Day Investigation, Compute/Network architectures, Embedded Environment Kernel Debugging
Experience working with Reverse Engineering Tools, such as: GDB, JTAG, Ghidra or IDA PRO (Hex-rays Decompiler).
Qualifications :
Education:
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience, or
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
Extensive knowledge of C/C++, python, assembly language or additional scripting and programming languages
5+ years of experience in reverse engineering
5+ years of experience with disassembly tools
5+ years of experience with vulnerability research
Experience with RISC architectures
Experience with prevalent radio communication protocols
Experience with operating system internals including solid knowledge of information security, computer architecture, software and hardware protection schemes, and virtualization theory
Experience with userland and kernel mode debugging, including debugging in embedded environments
Experience writing custom IDA loaders, processor modules, IDA python, and Hex-Rays decompiler plugins
Knowledge of fuzzing and virtualization
GIAC/ISC2/CEH Certifications
Active TS/SCI Security Clearance highly preferred
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $112,500 - $209,500.This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.
