Offensive Android Kernel Security, Specialist

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2

Skills

android
penetration
test

Job Details

Offensive Android Kernel Security, Specialist

Job Description:

We are seeking a Android Kernel Security Specialist to join our cutting-edge Pen Test Team. In this role, you will focus on identifying and mitigating security threats to our kernel and Android operating system.


Key Responsibilities:

Conduct in-depth research on kernel vendor modules to identify potential vulnerabilities in android system.

Review, analyze secure OS architectures and perform reverse engineering, fuzzing to identify vulnerabilities.

Perform penetration testing on Android OS components, including TEE, bootloader, and kernel

Research and test the latest exploit trends, developing POC attacks and advanced exploits (0-day, 1-day)

Document and present findings, including reproducible steps, in a clear and concise manner


Required Qualifications and Skills:

3+ years of experience in Android system-level penetration testing and vulnerability

Experience in publishing CVE in Android

Hands on experience of kernel-level programming and architecture

Proficiency in tools for kernel debugging, fuzzing, and penetration testing

Experience with reverse engineering tools (g. IDA Pro & Ghidra), debugging tools

Understanding of the Android software stack, with deeper technical knowledge in Android framework security, access controls, and internals

Bachelor s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, or a related field


Preference:

Certifications: OSCE, OSCP, OSEE, or equivalent

Exploit development & Vulnerability discovery

Experience presenting findings at security conferences.

Type: Contract
Duration: 12+ months
Location: Mountain View, CA (Hybrid)
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