Expert/Senior Android Vulnerability Researcher, #40898, #40897

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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
  • WHAT YOU WILL GET WITH ELEKS
  • 14 paid days off
  • 8 paid sick leaves
  • Paid federal US holidays
  • Nonpaid leaves
  • Medical insurance (including dental and vision)
  • Close cooperation with a customer
  • Challenging tasks
  • Competence development
  • 401(k) plan
  • Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

    • Paid federal holidays: Paid federal US holidays
    • Paid Time Off: 8 paid sick leaves

    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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