Reverse Engineer - Junior

KBR • Beavercreek Township, OH

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About The Position

KBR is seeking a talented Junior Reverse Engineer to join our Security Engineering team. In this role, you will apply your technical skills and curiosity to dissect and analyze various systems, from hardware and firmware to software and network protocols. You will be responsible for understanding system behaviors, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate the impact of those vulnerabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about security and eager to develop their expertise in reverse engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of demonstrated experience in reverse engineering or relevant security disciplines.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and software development principles.
• Proficiency in assembly language, C/C++, Python, or other relevant programming languages.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of network protocols and security concepts.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja.
• Experience with hardware reverse engineering tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of embedded systems and firmware analysis.
• Contributions to open-source projects or security communities.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-scope reverse engineering of hardware, firmware, software, and network protocols.
• Analyze system components, architectures, and interactions to gain in-depth knowledge of their functionality.
• Identify security vulnerabilities, potential attack vectors, and areas for improvement.
• Develop custom tools and scripts to automate and streamline reverse engineering workflows.
• Research and stay current on the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and reverse engineering techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement security solutions.
• Document findings, prepare comprehensive reports, and present results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees