Associate Reverse Engineer Researcher

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Reverse engineer malicious code
Design and develop new analysis methods and tools
Identify and address emerging threats
The SEI CERT Division is seeking an applicant for the role of a Reverse Engineer Researcher for the Threat Analysis directorate

Job Summary

  • The SEI CERT Division is seeking an applicant for the role of a Reverse Engineer Researcher for the Threat Analysis directorate.
  • Perform in-depth reverse engineering of malicious code, document and transition results in reports, presentations, and technical exchanges.
  • Explore ways to use artificial intelligence to support reverse engineering and apply reverse engineering practices to artificial intelligence systems.

Matching Summary

The SEI CERT Division is seeking an applicant for the role of a Reverse Engineer Researcher for the Threat Analysis directorate.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Reverse engineer malicious code
  • Design and develop new analysis methods and tools
  • Identify and address emerging threats
  • Static analysis tools (e.g. IDA Pro, NSA Ghidra)
  • User-level and kernel-level debuggers
  • Native programming languages (e.g. C/C++)
  • Internet Protocols and network analysis tools

Nice-to-have

  • Apply reverse engineering to AI systems
  • Malware tradecraft and threat actor TTPs
  • Malware sandboxes or instrumentation frameworks
  • General understanding of AI and ML

Key Requirements

  • BS in Computer Science or related discipline with three (3) years of experience
  • MS in Computer Science or related discipline with one (1) year of experience
  • Technical writing experience
  • Ability to handle continual shifting priorities
  • Willingness to travel (15%)

Work Rights

Must maintain an active Department of War (DoW) security clearance

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