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STR is hiring a  Senior Reverse Engineer  who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. Work must be performed onsite.   What you’ll do:   Reverse engineering complex software or firmware targets, ranging from typical Windows/Linux binaries to embedded firmware running non-traditional computer architectures and operating systems Developing and applying automated reverse engineering and binary analysis tools to characterize protocols, interfaces, and functionality of target systems Working in multi-discipline teams to develop innovative offensive cyber solutions to challenging problems from a wide variety of technologies   Performing vulnerability weaponization, exploit development, payload development, and exploit mitigation on a variety of challenging targets   Documenting, demonstrating, and presenting research   Solving real world problems that have an impact on national security Who you are:   This position requires the ability to obtain an  Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance , for which U.S. citizenship is needed by the U.S. Government   Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or related field plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience   (MS or PhD with equivalent work experience may also be considered)   Experience with binary analysis of software/firmware   Experience with disassembly tools, such as IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra   Proficiency in one or more programming languages: C/C++, Python, etc.   Proficiency in one or more Assembly Languages: x86, ARM, etc.   General understanding of reverse engineering fundamentals: memory layout, calling conventions, etc.   Nice to haves:   Vulnerability research and analysis Knowledge of weaponizing discovered vulnerabilities into exploits   Implant or software patch development   Familiarity with binary emulation or vulnerability research, including tools such as QEMU or AFL++   Experience with DSP architectures, such as Texas Instruments, STMicroelectronics, NXP, or Analog Devices.   Knowledge of operating system internals including memory/process/thread management   Embedded systems or firmware analysis   Experience development custom emulation tools to enable dynamic analysis   Disassembler/decompiler module development   Experience analyzing and reconstructing code/data flow   Automated reverse engineering or software analysis tool development   Experience debugging software without source code   Knowledge of binary file structures and formats   Experience analyzing protocols or message structures   Knowledge of anti-reverse engineering techniques   Knowledge of intrusion detection and anti-malware systems and techniques   Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $134,000 - $184,000 The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.   STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contribut