Embedded Systems Vulnerability Researcher

Role overview

The role

• Use a hardware lab and specialist equipment for firmware extraction, hardware analysis, and exploitation.
• Reverse engineer firmware and identify vulnerabilities through static and dynamic analysis.
• Analyse custom protocols and extend or develop tooling for protocol analysis.
• Assess vulnerability exploitability and develop unique exploits and capabilities.
• Present findings clearly and accessibly to colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with experienced vulnerability researchers and pursue relevant training and conferences.

Ideal candidate

• Direct experience with reverse engineering and vulnerability research on embedded devices.
• Experience or interest in exploit and capability development.
• Curiosity about technology and how systems work.
• Eligibility for at least UK SC Government security clearance.

Salary

• Compensation packages are competitive and vary according to researcher experience.
• The full package is discussed after an invitation to interview.

Benefits

• Benefits include an annual performance bonus of up to 15%, matched pension contributions, private medical insurance, and an employee assistance programme.
• The package includes annual leave, family leave enhancements, life insurance, an electric vehicle scheme, and support for relevant certifications, courses, and conferences.

Location and office

• The office is in central Basingstoke, a six-minute walk from the train station, with transport links to and from London.
• The role provides access to an on-site hardware laboratory.

Company culture