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The Aerospace Corporation · 3 months ago

Reverse Engineer Vulnerability Researcher

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$133K/yr - $199K/yr

6+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise in various aspects of space. They are seeking a Reverse Engineer Vulnerability Researcher to lead a team focused on vulnerability research for space systems, collaborating with government agencies and contributing to cybersecurity development efforts.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead a team and projects in the areas of vulnerability research on hardware and software for space systems. Pair with other government agencies and contractors to develop innovative capabilities

Directly contribute to cybersecurity development prototype efforts as well as perform cybersecurity engineering assistance to Aerospace Program Office customers. Assist with developing and distributing project tasking to junior engineers

Mentor junior staff and interns in the department throughout the year. Assist with intern projects during the summer intern season

Collaborate with other Aerospace departments and external organizations to develop new technical demonstrations and capabilities

Qualification

CybersecurityReverse EngineeringVulnerability ResearchProgramming LanguagesContainerization TechnologyCybersecurity CertificationsSatellite System DesignLeadershipCollaborationMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Security/Technology, Computer Science, or STEM related subject area

6 + years of relevant experience in a position related to cybersecurity, systems engineering, software development, embedded systems, or similar fields

Proven ability to take initiative, strategically plan and lead complex technical projects, and collaborate effectively

Background utilizing one or more programming languages including but not limited to C, C++, Java, Python, or Rust

Knowledge of various offensive cyber tools such as Kali, Metasploit, Ghidra, Burp Suite, and competitive (e.g. capture the flag) cyber experience

Specialized knowledge of satellite system design and technology

Experience using containerization technology such as Docker or Kubernetes

Holds one or more industry standard cybersecurity certifications (such as CISSP, C|EH, SANS, etc.)

Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 20% of the time if required

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Preferred

Advanced degree in computer science or cybersecurity

OSCP certification

Developed defeats of common anti-RE techniques (obfuscation)

Deep knowledge of file systems and formats (ELF, PR, Mach-O)

Expert with bash, shell, PowerShell, and basic scripting on Linux and Windows platforms

Experience with orchestration and automation tools (Jenkins, Puppet, Chef, SOAR, etc.)

Experience with various cloud offerings and services (AWS, VMWare, Azure, DISA milCloud)

Current and active TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect