Hardware Penetration Tester

$104,000 - $104,000/Yr

Ssit - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Jose, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Hardware Penetration Tester at SSIT Inc. is responsible for conducting thorough hardware penetration testing and security assessments, particularly within the technology and network equipment sectors. This role requires a strong technical background in embedded systems and hardware design, along with hands-on experience using various hardware hacking tools. The position is a long-term contract based in San Jose, CA, offering competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hardware penetration testing and security assessments on various devices.
• Utilize hardware hacking tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Reverse engineer firmware and analyze binary code for vulnerabilities.
• Evaluate cryptographic implementations and assess side-channel attack risks.
• Identify and document common hardware vulnerabilities in circuit board designs.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in hardware penetration testing or hardware security assessment.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and hardware design.
• Proficiency in using hardware hacking tools and reverse engineering firmware.
• Familiarity with cryptographic implementations and side-channel attacks.

Nice-to-haves

• Certifications such as CEH, OSCP, or Certified Hardware Security Professional.