Microelectronics Vulnerability Researcher

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Microelectronics Vulnerability Researcher The Opportunity: As an electrical engineer, you understand the workings behind complex systems. That knowledge is key when it comes to evaluating hardware security implementation in embedded electronics. We are looking for an electrical engineer who can use their skills to support our client by creating new tools and capab ilities. We need you, an electrical engineer with an understanding of embedded system design, mobile platforms and architecture, and hardware security concepts to help us design and develop techniques for testing memory subsystems, security subsystems, and debugging interfaces on electronic devices to help develop new capab ilities for our client. On our team, you will be part of a mission-oriented engineering group challenged to do the impossible and recover data that may be protected or deleted. You will impact critical missions by applying tools and techniques to reverse engineer embedded systems. Take on exciting challenges with us as we create the tools for cutting-edge capab ilities. Take on exciting challenges in digital forensics with us as we create the tools for cutting-edge investigative capab ilities for law enforcement. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: 3 years of experience in sof tware development with C, C++, or Python 3 years of experience in embedded systems and Field Programmable Gate Array ( FPGA ) development 3 years of experience monitoring and capturing system-level buses and interfaces such as i2C, USB, or JTAG Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, hardware debuggers, and tools to monitor and analyze hardware Experience with assembly-level microcontroller programming and configuration Top Secret clearance Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or CS and 3 years of experience in hardware engineering, OR Master's degree and 1 years of experience in hardware engineering, OR 10 years of experience in hardware engineering in lieu of a degree ? Nice If You Have: Experience working with Operating System code Experience with Reverse Engineering using Ghidra or IDA Pro Experience with Fault Injection and Failure Analysis Experience developing side-channel attacks Knowledge of secure boot processes Knowledge of cryptography Knowledge of Flash memory and RAM concepts 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 At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. 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. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided . Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. 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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