Junior Vulnerability Researcher

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.

Battelle is currently seeking an aspiring Junior Vulnerability Researcher to work in our Columbus, OH location.

Do you enjoy conducting vulnerability research from scratch? Do you have arguments over Ghidra vs. IDApro vs. Binary Ninja? Do you constantly switch between static analysis, dynamic analysis, and other automated methods? Do byte restrictions on shellcode make you want to solve the problem that much more? If you answered yes to these questions, this is the job for you!

As a junior Vulnerability Researcher , you will work with a team of vulnerability researchers that have the same passion as you. You will use and build vulnerability research tools that push past the edge of current tools and techniques. On any given day you will research and debug an embedded device while getting the chance to bounce ideas off a close-knit team of researchers.

We have the tools and the mentors you will need to take yourself to the next level and who are eager to learn from your experience.

“From Silicon to Systems” - We are an elite, multi-disciplinary team, bringing together the brightest minds from physics, computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics to develop unique embedded security solutions for government and industrial customers.

Battelle has been trusted by elite government clients to solve some of the world’s hardest security problems. We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology. Our high-powered labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineers have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions.

We encourage new ideas with our large Internal Research and Development (IRAD) program where engineers work on projects they are passionate about. Inventors and innovators are rewarded by our industry-leading IP compensation program. Our group works collaboratively with many parts of Battelle’s larger organization on projects ranging from genomics to robotics.

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study and (2) years of experience, a Master’s degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education/experience in a relevant field

• Experience with a disassembler for vulnerability research (Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja)

• Experience with one or more assembly languages (x86, x64, ARM, MIPS, PowerPC, etc.)

• Experience with one or more debuggers (Win Dbg, Olly Dbg, gdb)

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

• Knowledge of advanced exploitation techniques (ret2libc,use-after-free,type confusion)

• Knowledge of exploit protection techniques (DEP, ASLR/NX)

• Ability to code in C

• Understanding of network protocols

• Must Be a US Citizen with the ability and willingness to obtain a DoD Secret or higher clearance

• Participation in CTFs

• Understanding of network protocols

• Experience with AI/ML

• Experience with microcontrollers

• Experience emulating embedded platforms for live debugging

• Experience using fuzzing tools such as AFL or Peach

• Concolic analysis research and implementation

• Experience with symbolic analysis

• Active DoD Secret security clearance

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…