Lead Software Reverse Engineer

TST Main Office (901 N. Stuart St) - Arlington, VAfull time

On Site

senior

$154k–$231k

H1B: no

Two Six Technologies Lead Software Reverse Engineer analyzes and reverse engineers complex embedded systems to identify vulnerabilities and develop security solutions. Works with hardware engineers and security researchers on embedded system security challenges.

Responsibilities

Reverse engineer and analyze complex embedded systems designs to identify functional behaviors and facilitate deeper vulnerability analysis.
Identify and exploit key system components, including communication channels and firmware memory.
Conduct vulnerability research on hardened systems and architectures.
Draft technical reports related to the function, characteristics, and any potential vulnerabilities of the assessed hardware and firmware.
Rapidly prototype innovative technologies to analyze and exploit target systems.
Reconstruct schematics from physical boards and develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments to test and emulate device behavior
Conduct protocol and signals analysis utilizing oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers.
Contribute to a diverse range of research and development projects focused on embedded system security.
Isolate areas of interest in complex systems with precision and efficiency.
What you will have(Basic Qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related scientific field – OR – 7+ years of experience in the embedded security industry.
Extensive hands-on experience with the following:

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceExtensive experience with C/C++Knowledge of cryptographic securityActive TS/SCI with PolygraphSecurity Clearance

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related field
7+ years of experience in a similar technical role
Extensive experience with C/C++, Python, and Assembly in Linux command-line environments
Proven expertise in reverse engineering and vulnerability research using IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra
Experience leading a team of engineers or researchers
Technical proficiency in firmware analysis (ARM, MIPS, PowerPC, RTOS), firmware rehosting (QEMU), or advanced exploit development
Experience reverse engineering network communication protocols using Wireshark, tcpdump, or other hardware-level tools

Preferred

Experience scripting with the Binary Ninja API or Ghidra to automate complex reverse engineering workflows.
Hands-on experience with hardware debugging tools such as JTAG/SWD or software-defined radio (SDR) frameworks.
Knowledge of cryptographic security, secure boot mechanisms, or side-channel analysis.
Familiarity with digital signal processing, RF protocols, and wireless security standards.
Knowledge of wireless communication protocols, such as Bluetooth, WiFi, 2G/3G/4G/5G, or similar.
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
Security Clearance
Active Top Secret clearance required with eligibility/willingness to obtain a TS/SCI.

Benefits

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Company

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