Overview
Remote
Depends on Experience
Full Time
No Travel Required
Skills
Adobe Flash
Analytical Skill
Bash
C
Communication
Computer Hardware
Conflict Resolution
Debugging
Embedded Systems
Extraction
Firmware
Interfaces
JTAG
Network Security
Operating Systems
Penetration Testing
Problem Solving
Python
Research
Reverse Engineering
SPI
Scripting
Testing
UART
Job Details
Job Title : Hardware Embedded Penetration Tester
Location : Remote Job Type :C2C
Rate: 55/hr
Job Description:
The Hardware Embedded Penetration Tester is responsible for performing comprehensive security assessments on embedded hardware systems and devices. The primary duties include:
Key Responsibilities:
- Extract firmware directly from embedded devices and systems
- Interact directly with hardware components and interfaces
- Perform firmware reverse engineering and analysis
- Audit the security of hardware protocols and communication interfaces
- Extract and analyze content from SPI flash and other on-board memory
- Interact with and test JTAG, UART, and other hardware debug interfaces
- Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability research on embedded systems
- Develop custom tools and scripts to automate and enhance testing capabilities
- Analyze findings, document vulnerabilities, and provide remediation recommendations
Required Skills:
- Proficient in firmware extraction and analysis
- Hands-on experience with hardware hacking and reverse engineering
- Strong understanding of embedded hardware interfaces and protocols
- Expertise in conducting JTAG, UART, and SPI-based testing
- Ability to identify and bypass hardware security mechanisms
- Familiarity with embedded operating systems and architectures
- Proficiency in programming and scripting (e.g., Python, C, Bash)
- Experience with hardware debug tools and test equipment
- Solid understanding of network security and penetration testing methodologies
- Ability to research, discover, and document hardware vulnerabilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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