Clarity Innovations

Senior Reverse Engineering/Vulnerability Research Engineer

Clarity Innovations • $100K — $130K *
Columbus, OH 43230In-Person
Technical Services
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Qualifications

  • TS/SCI security clearance eligibility (only U.S. Citizens)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar, or four years of relevant experience
  • Experience in CTFs, hackathons, or cyber competitions
  • Proficiency with reverse engineering tools (Ghidra, Binary Ninja, IDA)
  • Strong Linux fundamentals (sockets, networking, file systems)
  • Proficient in C and assembly languages (ARM, MIPS, x86_64)
  • Knowledge of exploitation techniques and primitives.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct vulnerability research and reverse engineering for clients
  • Perform static and dynamic analysis using research tools
  • Develop exploits from discovered vulnerabilities
  • Share security research findings with team and broader audiences
  • Mentor junior security researchers as needed.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and mature team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
  • Exposure to a variety of technologies and systems
  • Involvement in challenging projects from inception to completion
  • Potential for meaningful impact on security posture.
Full Job Description
Role

As a member of the Security Research team, you will imagine weaknesses in multiple types of systems and then find, demonstrate/document, and exploit those weaknesses. You will be joining a team of mature and extremely competent Security Researchers to breakdown and fully understand how a host of different systems function. You will need to leverage extensive experience performing static and dynamic analysis and must be familiar with multiple classes of vulnerabilities. Additionally, you must be extremely comfortable communicating with team members, technical partners, and non-technical partners alike. The ideal candidate will be comfortable and confident operating at the early phases of a vulnerability research project and have the mettle to see the project through to multiple phases and iterations.

Responsibilities
  • Perform vulnerability research and reverse engineering for customer tasks
  • Perform static and dynamic analysis by applying research tools such as disassemblers, debuggers, and fuzzers
  • Perform exploit development leveraging discovered vulnerabilities
  • Communicate security research findings internally and, when and where appropriate, externally Mentor fellow security researchers

Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance (note, only US Citizens are eligible for security clearances)
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Degree requirement can be met with four years of hands on experience in a software engineer or similar full time position
  • Experience participating in CTFs, hackathons, or other cyber competitions
  • Experience with Ghidra, Binary Ninja, IDA or other reverse engineering/disassembler tools
  • Experience working in Linux fundamentals (understanding sockets, file descriptors, networking, iptables, file systems, kernel, etc.)
  • Ability to read and write C and assembly languages as needed (ARM, MIPS, x86_64)
  • Programming fundamentals; particularly with networking, data structures, and data models
  • Understanding of exploitation techniques such as leveraging arbitrary read-write primitives, shellcoding, and return-oriented programming / jump-oriented programming

Preferred Experience
  • Currently possess a Top Secret security clearance
  • OS and kernel reverse engineering
  • Understanding of fuzzers such as AFL++ or libfuzzer
  • Understanding of common exploit mitigation mechanisms such as SELinux, Seccomp, ASLR, and CFI.
  • Strong understanding of dynamic analysis with gdb/gdbserver and similar tools
  • Basic understanding of processor tool chains and the Android NDK
  • Understanding of emulation using Qemu or Unicorn for running code in a non-native environment
  • Experience identifying 0-days and vulnerabilities

About Clarity Innovations

Clarity Innovations offers technical and consultation services to help companies to design, create, and publish education-specific professional development materials in a variety of formats, applications, and online collaboration tools. The company’s service portfolio includes expertise consulting, marketing strategy and analysis, product management, instructional content design, digital learning development, and customer engagement. Clarity Innovations was founded in 1996 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Clarity Innovations Careers

Joining Clarity Innovations marks the beginning of a unique journey in a company where innovation meets leadership, and diversity fuels growth. Clarity Innovations stands out as a beacon of professional development and technological advancement, offering a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a wide range of skills and interests.

Explore Career Opportunities

Clarity Innovations is actively hiring and continuously seeks passionate, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore open positions that align with your professional skills and career ambitions. Clarity Innovations values curiosity and leadership, qualities that each team member brings to the forefront of every project.

Innovation and Professional Growth

At Clarity Innovations, the path to professional growth is enriched with endless opportunities. From advanced training programs to leadership development, Clarity Innovations is dedicated to empowering its employees. The company's commitment to innovation is not just about technology but also about pioneering new ways to work and lead.

Diversity and Inclusion

With a firm belief in the power of diversity, Clarity Innovations fosters an inclusive culture that thrives on different perspectives and ideas. Diversity training is integral to the company's ethos, ensuring that all team members feel valued and understood.

Internship Programs

Clarity Innovations offers robust internship programs that provide a solid foundation for a flourishing career. Interns gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and engaging in projects that challenge and enhance their abilities.

Benefits and Culture

The benefits at Clarity Innovations go beyond traditional employment perks. Employees enjoy a supportive and dynamic work environment that promotes personal and professional well-being. The company culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, and a shared vision for success.

Networking and Career Advancement

Networking within Clarity Innovations opens doors to influential connections and insightful exchanges. The company encourages networking events and professional gatherings that help employees expand their horizons and advance their careers.

Applying for a Position

To apply for a position at Clarity Innovations, candidates are encouraged to submit a resume that highlights relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional capabilities but also a fit with the company’s culture and values.

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