Early Career Vulnerability Researcher Security Clearance

Position: Early Career Vulnerability Researcher with Security Clearance
Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary Battelle is seeking an Early Career Vulnerability Researcher in the Columbus, OH office location. Do you like solving the hardest computing problems in the world, working on research projects you are passionate about, and competitive mini basketball, and bumper pool? Battelle may be the company for you. Battelle Cyber Engineers solve the toughest Computer Science problems in the world.

We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology. Our high-powered computer labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineers have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions. Battelle is committed to its employee's professional growth. We encourage new ideas with our large Internal Research and Development (IRAD) program where engineers work on projects, they are passionate about.

We have the tools and the mentors you will need to take yourself to the next level. Responsibilities
* An Early Career Vulnerability Researcher performs assignments of a routine degree of complexity by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for electrical/electronic systems, components, equipment, and networks.

* Assists in the interpretation of results and writing of small sections of technical reports.

* Completes assigned project work within schedule and budget constraints.
Key Qualifications
* Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study and (0-2) years of experience, OR Master's degree in a relevant field, OR an equivalent combination of education/experience in a relevant field
* Develop software to run in user-mode or kernel-mode

* Ability to code in C or C++

* Ability to use a scripting language (Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.)

* Experience with PC and embedded systems architecture to include boot processes and OS internals

* Experience with a disassembler for vulnerability research (IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, etc.)

* Understand network protocols

* Experience with one or more assembly languages (x86, x64, ARM, MIPS, Power

PC, etc.)

* Experience with one or more debuggers (Win Dbg, Olly Dbg, gdb, etc.)

* Experience with vulnerability research on one or more operating systems:
Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, MacOS, VxWorks, QNX, RTOSs, or other custom operating systems

* Ability to demonstrate good organization, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills

* Knowledge of common mitigation techniques (DEP, ASLR, etc.)

* Familiarity with fuzzers

* Must be a sole US citizen with the ability maintain a US government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications
* Participation in CTFs

* Ability to analyze assembly-level code on multiple platforms (x86, x64, ARM, MIPS, Power

PC, etc.)

* Experience with symbolic analysis

* Ability to analyze network protocols throughout all layers of the network stack

* Background in software engineering and architecture

* Active Secret security clearance
Benefits:
Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
* Balance life through a compressed work schedule:
Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

* Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:
You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

* Take time to…