Senior Security Researcher

carnegie mellon universityFalse Pass, AK

yesterday

Occupations

Information Security Engineers Computer and Information Research Scientists Information Security Analysts

Industries

Computer Systems Design Services Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

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Join a dynamic team of motivated individuals with deep collective experience throughout digital forensics, incident response, investigation, operations, and academic research. We seek individuals with strong interest in understanding and resolving technical challenges in the national security space. Our group focuses on applied research into the functionality of emerging and already ubiquitous technologies at all constituent logical layers, from component-level aspects through system and software implementation to communication protocols. Concurrent with achieving this understanding, we examine the variation between expected and actual functionality that results from real-world implementation. Finally, in support of stakeholders throughout the US Government, we reason about and advise on the implications of our findings. Qualified individuals will have a strong aptitude to reformulate open questions; devise creative solutions; deliver concise, rigorous prototype implementations; and clearly articulate this process in discussions, presentations, and formal reports. Recent examples of our work have included novel approaches to analyzing network traffic, exploit development, and software implementation of novel file and format extraction techniques. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Deep technical knowledge of and experience with fundamental Internet protocols and functionality Systems-level programming experience Strong experience with UNIX/Linux Familiarity with current hardware and software vulnerabilities and mitigations Experience with RF and SDR technologies

Requirements: BS degree in Computer Science or related quantitative discipline, with ten (10) years of relevant professional experience, or MS in the same with eight (8) years of relevant professional experience, or PhD in the same with five (5) years of relevant professional experience. Willingness to occasionally travel to customer sites, conferences, and offsite meetings (10%) You will be subject to a background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of War security clearance Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits. Benefits eligible (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/eligibility/index.html) employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/health-welfare/index.html) comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/health-welfare/index.html) a generous retirement savings program (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/retirement-savings/index.html) with employer contributions tuition benefits (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/tuition/index.html) ample paid time off (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/time-away/pto.html) and observed holidays (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/time-away/holidays.html) life and accidental death and disability insurance. Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/work-life/support/family-child-care-resources/index.html) to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access (https://athletics.cmu.edu/recreation/facilities)free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass access to our Family Concierge Team (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/work-life/support/family-child-care-resources/index.html) to help navigate childcare needs fitness center access (https://athletics.cmu.edu/recreation/facilities) For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page (https://www.cmu.edu/hr/benefits/index.html) At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations. Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Location Pittsburgh, PA Job Function Software/Applications Development/Engineering Position TypeStaff - Regular Full Time/Part time Full time Pay BasisSalary Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Statement of Assurance (https://www.cmu.edu/policies/administrative-and-governance/statement-of-assurance.html) Effective August 24, the URL for the CMU Careers site will change to https://cmu.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/CMU .

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False Pass, AK

Occupation

Information Security Engineers

Industry

Computer Systems Design Services

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