Job Description

Job title: Offensive Android Kernel Security Specialist

Duration: 1 year, (possible extension or conversion)

Location: Mountain View, CA 94043 (5 days in office typically, some hybrid if not working in lab, like 3 days /week)

Summary:

• We are looking for an Offensive Android Kernel Security Specialist who will be responsible for joining our cutting-edge Pen Test Team.
• In this role, you will focus on identifying and mitigating security threats to our kernel and Android operating system.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research on kernel vendor modules to identify potential vulnerabilities in the Android system.
• Review, analyze secure OS architectures and perform reverse engineering, fuzzing to identify vulnerabilities.
• Perform penetration testing on Android OS components, including TEE, bootloader, and kernel.
• Research and test the latest exploit trends, developing POC attacks and advanced exploits (0-day, 1-day).
• Document and present findings, including reproducible steps, in a clear and concise manner.

Skills :

Necessary Skills and Attributes:

• Self-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or independent environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organization skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Limited supervision and the exercise of discretion.

Education :

Required Experience and Education:

• 3+ years of experience in Android system-level penetration testing and vulnerability.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Experience in publishing CVE in Android.
• Hands on experience of kernel-level programming and architecture.
• Proficiency in tools for kernel debugging, fuzzing, and penetration testing.
• Experience with reverse engineering tools (g. IDA Pro & Ghidra), debugging tools.
• Understanding of the Android software stack, with deeper technical knowledge in Android framework security, access controls, and internals.
• (Preferred) Certifications: OSCE, OSCP, OSEE, or equivalent.
• (Preferred) Exploit development & Vulnerability discovery.
• (Preferred) Experience presenting findings at security conferences

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRA FORCE ® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRA FORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at:

Benefits: SPECTRA FORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRA FORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRA FORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.

California Applicant Notice: SPECTRA FORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.

LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRA FORCE , your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.

At SPECTRA FORCE , we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $70.00/hr.

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