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Mobile Security Research Engineer - Remote Opportunity

Employer
NowSecure
Location
Vienna, VA
Closing date
Sep 24, 2019

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Mobile Security Research Engineer - iOS and AndroidNowSecure offers a platform that protects users, devices, apps, and enterprises. We are proud to have 100+ customers that include some of the largest banks and corporations across industries such as finance, defense and healthcare.We were founded with a mobile focus and strong DNA in forensics and enterprise security. Our dedication to mobile enables us to channel our resources and expertise to make our customers successful. Members of our team are deeply technical. We have authored five books on mobile security for Android and iOS and are very proud of our open source contributions and projects including Frida and Radare. Our engineers and researchers believe in creating conversations and supporting the community.Who You AreThis exciting role sits at the intersection of software engineering, reverse engineering, automation, and vulnerability research. This team member can expect to contribute exciting new capabilities to our products, with many opportunities for applied security research. The ideal candidate has a firm command of mobile security tools, a knack for developing their own new capabilities, and is comfortable applying static and dynamic program analysis techniques to mobile security challenges. This candidate may have previously held positions as a software engineer or mobile developer and has taken an interest in researching new security vulnerabilities and mitigations. While a great reverse engineer, you also enjoy writing software and take pride in your craftsmanship and ability to think about design, and system architectures from both the reverse and forward engineering perspectives.The candidate should feel comfortable performing mobile security assessments and be deep in at least one area of the OS stack. This is a technical position that presents opportunity to do research, present at conferences, and offers career advancement. The candidate should feel comfortable being focused on applied research and product development. This candidate is also driven by curiosity and a desire to understand systems at the most fundamental levels.Members of our R&D team have presented at DefCon, Black Hat, and RSA Conference, to name a few.Role DescriptionUnderstand the strengths and weaknesses of security related to mobile apps, devices and operating systems.Deep technical understanding of at least one mobile platform (iOS or Android)Utilize "hacking" and pen testing techniques to target mobile apps and Web services, and test their securityCapable of understanding and adapting large code bases of existing tools or functionality to meet specific requirements or for proof of concept developmentExamine transmitted and stored data for personally identifiable information (PII) and/or mobile application artifactsIdentify both new vulnerabilities and ideate on key strategies for detection and remediation of software vulnerabilitiesContinuously monitor the state of the mobile security industry with an eye towards innovationWork with NowSecure's CTO and within our R&D team across NowSecure to assure continuous upgrades to existing offerings and the development of new cutting edge mobile security solutionsExperience We're Looking ForUnderstanding of mobile security techniques and fundamentalsProficiency in more than one programming language including high level (JavaScript, Python and/or Node.js) and low-level system languages (C/C++/Rust)Familiarity with exploit development, writing fuzzers and ideation of attack vectorsExperience with reverse engineering, especially mobile apps and ARM CPUsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experienceStrong communication skills and a high level of professionalismFluency in written and spoken EnglishAbility to work independently and with a teamComfortable working with remote teamsWhat We OfferPosition can be 100% Remote. We also have multiple office locations including Chicago, IL, Seattle, WA and McLean, VACompetitive SalaryComprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverageFlexible spending accounts for medical, childcare and transportationCompany paid STD, LTD & Life Insurance401k with employer matchUnlimited PTOPaternity and Maternity leaveO97RcJqfYP

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