Embedded Security Researcher

DarkMatter

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: RP962-366

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Embedded Security Researcher

You have the experience, education and drive to lead. What you're missing is the freedom to create your dream. When you join DarkMatter, you'll find that freedom and build the future of cyber security in the UAE.

As an Embedded Security Researcher, you will:

- Conduct security research to provide in-depth, end-to-end security testing and vulnerability assessments.
- Analyze systems to understand how they work, where they have weaknesses, and demonstrate how identified vulnerabilities can be exploited by demonstrating Proof-of-Concepts, across the disciplines of Hardware, Software, Cryptography and Mobile.
- Research in new techniques, mitigations and identify zero-day vulnerabilities.
- Produce accurate security advisories to vendors, bug bounty programs or publish full analysis report and Proof-of-Concepts on our GitHub / blog or through our publications, present at conferences or create white papers.
- Deliver client and internal engagements by performing security audits and producing professional security reports.
- Collaborate with a great team of security experts and work in a Lab that hosts the most advanced tools and technologies.
- Enjoy all the cultural, educational and travel opportunities Abu Dhabi offers.

Your personal dream could be the world's reality

At DarkMatter we believe that "impossible is only the beginning." That's why we empower our employees to create, not just their future at our company, but also the future of cyber security around the world. As a member of our growing team, you'll take your vision and use your creativity to produce the technology solutions of tomorrow. With the agility of a startup and the talent of an experienced firm, we'll connect you with like-minded colleagues ready to create what's next in the field. When the only constant in tech is change, shift your focus to the UAE and lead the next development at DarkMatter.

Requirements

To bring your dream to life, you'll need:

- PhD or a Master's degree in Physics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline with knowledge of hardware security, applied cryptography, computer architecture, operating systems, embedded systems, and programming (VHDL, Verilog, C, IA Assembly).
- 5+ years of experience in Embedded Security Research.
- Deep understanding of various Embedded / hardware security vulnerabilities and threats, reverse engineering and exploitation of test features.
- Research experience in security products (vulnerability detection, side-channel and fault countermeasures, etc.).
- Proficient in one or more assembly languages (x86, ARM, etc…).
- Expertise in one or more scripting languages (e.g., Python or Ruby).
- Strong foundations in computer architecture and embedded systems.
- Proven participation in responsible disclosure of vulnerabilities, blog, Capture the Flag, presented at known security conferences and Bug Bounty programs would be advantageous.
- A desire to innovate in the UAE.
- Sufficient in English speaking and writing skills.

Working in Abu Dhabi

Just off the Arab Gulf and right at the edge of your imagination, is a place where geniuses make their cyber security dreams come true.

At DarkMatter, we're turning our biggest ideas into reality in the fastest moving and most dynamic city on the planet. Working here, you'll lead technical innovation in the region while taking advantage of all Abu Dhabi has to offer. From first class healthcare and education, to superior living accommodations and cultural attractions, you'll find your ideal career and more in this global crossroads. The UAE is one of the safest and most secure areas in the world. And with its location between Europe, Africa and Asia, you'll expand your worldview in just a short flight. But you won't have to venture far from the city to experience its diversity. You'll find people of over 50 nationalities working at DarkMatter. Join us and see that while far away from the concrete tech jungle, Abu Dhabi is an oasis where your latest innovations will thrive and grow.

About the Company

DarkMatter is transforming the cyber security landscape. Headquartered in the UAE and operating globally, we're the region's first and only fully integrated digital defence and cyber security consultancy and implementation firm. Our elite team of global experts deliver advanced, next-generation solutions to governments and enterprises across the cyber security spectrum.

We help clients simplify the enormous complexity of today's ever-evolving cyber threats. Our vision is to protect the future by securing its technologies. Innovation and Research are cornerstones to our development and the activities in these areas underpin our entire range of offerings, including Secure Communications, Public Key Infrastructure and Big Data & Analytics products.

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