Embedded Microelectronics Security Engineer, Senior
Embedded Microelectronics Security Engineer, Senior
Job Number: R0235892
The Opportunity
We are seeking a hands-on engineer who enjoys understanding how embedded devices work at a low level. In this role, you'll investigate hard-ware security implementations, analyze embedded systems, and develop techniques to recover data and evaluate device security in support of investigative capabilities for law enforcement.
This is a highly technical, lab-focused engineering role centered on hard-ware analysis, reverse engineering, debugging, and experimentation. You'll work with embedded systems, security subsystems, debugging interfaces, and memory technologies to solve challenging technical problems and support mission-critical investigative capabilities.
You'll join a mission-oriented engineering team focused on developing innovative tools and techniques for digital forensics and hard-ware analysis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on problem solving, low-level system analysis, and figuring out how devices work beneath the surface.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have
3+ years of experience with reverse engineering of embedded systems and electronics, including firmware, using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or embedded firmware debuggers or emulators
3+ years of experience with software development in C, C++, or Python
Experience using electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators
Experience with microcontrollers such as Raspberry Pi, STM32, or ESP32
Knowledge of ARM architecture and assembly language
Top Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in engineering, Master's degree and 1+ years of experience in engineering, or 10+ years of experience in engineering in lieu of a degree
Nice If You Have
Experience with cryptography and signal processing
Experience with FPGAs
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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