Computer security Jobs in Dayton, OH

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National Security Solutions Internship - Computer Engineer

KBR is seeking a talented intern to join our Security Engineering team. In this role, you will apply your technical skills and curiosity to dissect and analyze various systems, from hardware and firmware to software and network protocols. You will be responsible for understanding system behaviors, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate the impact of those vulnerabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about security and eager to develop their expertise in reverse engineering.

Key Responsibilities :

Perform full-scope reverse engineering of hardware, firmware, software, and network protocols.

Apply best practices for software development including participation in DevOps

Analyze RF transmissions and implement analog and digital signal processing chains

Analyze system components, architectures, and interactions to gain in-depth knowledge of their functionality.

Identify security vulnerabilities, potential attack vectors, and areas for improvement.

Develop custom tools and scripts to automate and streamline reverse engineering workflows.

Research and stay current on the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and reverse engineering techniques.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement security solutions.

Document findings, prepare comprehensive reports, and present results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications :

Enrolled in Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and software development principles.

Proficiency in assembly language, C / C++, Python, or other relevant programming languages.

Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques.

Knowledge of network protocols and security concepts.

Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja.

Experience with hardware reverse engineering tools and techniques.

Knowledge of embedded systems and firmware analysis.

Contributions to open-source projects or security communities.

Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and / or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.