Senior Reverse Engineer

4 days ago


London, Kentucky, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Reverse Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our elite team, you will be responsible for reverse engineering embedded systems and developing innovative exploits.

Key Responsibilities
  • Reverse engineer embedded systems to identify vulnerabilities and develop exploits
  • Collaborate with government sponsors and operators to build mission-aligned capabilities
  • Explore novel techniques for automating reverse engineering and exploit development
  • Propose groundbreaking ideas for internal and external funding opportunities
  • Mentor early-career teammates in the art and science of reverse engineering
  • Share knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to team members, APL management, and government decision makers
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience
  • Skilled with software debuggers and static analysis tools such as Ghidra, IDA, and Binary Ninja
  • Proficient with one or more programming languages
  • Understanding of Unix/Linux operating systems and embedded systems development toolchains
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance by your start date and ultimately obtain a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous dynamic technical leadership roles and mentoring experience
  • Knowledge of advanced vulnerability discovery tools
  • Experience with hardware debugging interfaces, code security mechanisms and their weaknesses, hardware diagnostic tools, and signal/protocol analysis
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with full scope polygraph
About APL

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

We celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.



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