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    Hardware Reverse Engineer - Laurel, United States - The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

    The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
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    Description
    Are you a hands-on reverse engineer who loves to understand the inner workings of embedded systems?
    Do you want to collaborate with world-class experts to

    crack seemingly-impossible problems ?
    Are you passionate about national security cyber challenges?

    If so, we want you to join our team at APL Our elite team of reverse engineers is growing and we need more hardware experts We strive to foster an innovative and collaborative team environment where engineers can hack the latest technologies to find and exploit vulnerabilities .

    Our team specializes in software and hardware reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and developing proof-of-concept offensive cyber capabilities with a focus on embedded systems.

    We have custom facilities tailored to specific classes of systems including vehicles, telecommunications/network infrastructure, and industrial systems as well as general reverse engineering labs.

    As a member of our group, you will...
    Reverse engineer embedded systems and develop innovative 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 teammates in the art and science of reverse engineering hardware
    Share knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to team members, APL management, and government decision makers

    Qualifications

    You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
    Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
    Have at least 3 years of experience relevant to the duties outlined above
    Have knowledge of embedded hardware and software design, development, and testing
    Are skilled with tools including oscilloscopes, multi-meters, power supplies, and logic analyzers
    Have experience soldering, prototyping, and bread boarding
    Are proficient with one or more low-level programming languages
    Understand Unix/Linux operating systems
    Love solving puzzles and have experience persevering through technical challenges

    Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI+Poly clearance.

    If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information; eligibility requirements include U.S.

    citizenship.
    You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
    Have demonstrated leadership experience
    Have experience with hardware debugging interfaces, code security mechanisms and their weaknesses, hardware diagnostic tools, and signal/protocol analysis
    Are experienced with software debuggers and static analysis tools
    Possess an active TS/SCI clearance with full scope polygraph
    Why work at 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.

    While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture.

    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.

    At APL, 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. Learn more about our career opportunities at.
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    About Us

    APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities.

    If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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