Conduct in-depth vulnerability research on Android systems, mentoring junior researchers while enhancing resilience against mobile threats in cybersecurity.
ELEKS is looking for an Expert/Senior Android Vulnerability Researcher in McLean, Virginia, USA.
ABOUT CLIENT
The project focuses on enhancing national and commercial resilience against mobile threats in the field of cybersecurity. A team of top experts works together to solve the most difficult problems in modern technology.
REQUIREMENTS
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
5+ years of experience in Android or embedded systems security
Deep knowledge of Android kernel internals, Binder IPC, TEE/TrustZone, and SELinux
Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, C/C++, and ARM assembly
Hands-on experience with browser fuzzing and mobile application vulnerability discovery
Strong communication and documentation skills
Self-motivated, technically curious, and results-driven
RESPONSIBILITIES
Discover kernel and system-level vulnerabilities in Android-based operating systems
Analyze vendor customizations, identify weaknesses in OEM forks, and develop root/privilege escalation exploits
Create custom fuzzers and tooling for Android IPC (e.g., Binder, HIDL, AIDL)
Conduct reverse engineering using tools like Frida, Ghidra, and QEMU
Lead technical engagements with partners and present findings both internally and externally
Mentor junior vulnerability researchers and provide technical guidance across the team
Contribute to red team exercises and adversarial simulation projects
ELEKS, also known as ELEKS Software, is an international company that provides custom software engineering and consulting services, headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.
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