Forensic Software Engineer

About the Organization

Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. We are a solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests. We’re looking for thoughtful, skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets.

We are seeking a highly qualified Forensics Software Engineer to provide expert support in the analysis and exploitation of Android and iOS devices and applications in a federal contract environment. The engineer will perform advanced forensic examinations, assess device states, design and implement new forensic features, and recommend hardware and software solutions to enhance the overall forensic mission capability. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical proficiency across mobile platforms, proven experience in vulnerability research or reverse engineering, and the ability to operate effectively in secure, mission-focused environments.

• Conduct advanced forensic analysis and exploitation of mobile devices, applications, and operating systems, including Android and iOS.
• Review and evaluate device states and artifacts to identify, preserve, and report on digital evidence.
• Design and implement enhancements to existing forensic processes, tools, and workflows.
• Recommend and integrate hardware and software solutions to improve forensic analysis environments.
• Support vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and related mobile computing security activities in alignment with mission objectives.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports in accordance with federal standards and client requirements.

• Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in mobile forensics, vulnerability research, reverse engineering, or mobile computing security.
• Proficiency with ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and iOS device management utilities.
• Demonstrated programming proficiency in one or more of the following:
  Python, Java/Kotlin, Swift/Objective-C, C/C++, SQL, shell scripting.
• Strong knowledge of Android and iOS operating systems and associated security practices.
• Experience working across Linux, Windows, and macOS environments.

• Experience developing or enhancing forensic tools and automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with disassembly, debugging, and reverse engineering methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, synthesize findings, and present results in mission-focused reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing technical documentation for government stakeholders.
• Industry certifications such as GCFA, CCE, Cellebrite, or other mobile forensic credentials.

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Redhorse Corporation shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorse’s changing needs.

This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorse’s sole discretion.