Mobile Tester (Android Kernel Security Specialist)

FocusKPI is looking for a Mobile Tester (Android Kernel Security Specialist) to join one of our clients, a high-tech SaaS company. 
 

The client is looking for an Offensive Android Kernel Security Specialist who will be responsible for joining their cutting-edge Pen Test Team. In this role, you will focus on identifying and mitigating security threats to their kernel and Android operating systems.

Work Location: Mountain View, CA
Duration: 12 months contract; hybrid role (on-site 3 days a week)
Pay Range: $75/hr to $86/hr

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research on kernel vendor modules to identify potential vulnerabilities in the Android system.
• Review and analyze secure OS architectures and perform reverse engineering and 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.

Experience and Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in Android system-level penetration testing and vulnerability.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 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.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or independent environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Limited supervision and the exercise of discretion.

Preferable Skills:

• Certifications: OSCE, OSCP, OSEE, or equivalent.
• Exploit development & Vulnerability discovery.
• Experience presenting findings at security conferences.

 

Thank you!

FocusKPI Hiring Team

Founded in 2010, FocusKPI, Inc. (FocusKPI) is a data science and technology firm specializing in predictive analytics practice and methodologies. FocusKPI is a US company headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with an East Coast office in Boston, Massachusetts.

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