Research newly discovered vulnerabilities in a wide range of software products
Reverse engineer and research network protocols, file formats, and software
Develop proof-of-concept files and code
Produce reports describing software vulnerabilities and detection of attack vectors
Develop signatures for network traffic-based attack detection
Monitor security industry publications, news groups and other online sources for newly discovered security vulnerabilities and emerging threats
Implement new and improve existing tools to automate and streamline the vulnerability research process
Collaborate with other vulnerability researchers on research, analysis and report production
Required Knowledge:
Functional understanding of TCP/IP protocol stack and higher-level networking protocols
Experience in static and dynamic reverse engineering of x86 binaries (amd64 is a plus)
Knowledge in a variety of operating systems
Required Skills & Abilities:
Ability to analyze and describe vulnerabilities and attack methods
Familiarity with tools such as IDA Pro, OllyDbg, WinDbg, gdb and Wireshark
At least two of C/C++, assembly language, Java, Python, and shell scripting
Ability to learn new detection signature languages quickly
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Reliable and dependable team player
Great attention to detail and personal quality assurance
Self-directed, self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
Preferred Professional Designation/Certification:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or a related field preferred but not required
Preferred Experience:
Industry experience performing similar technical role preferred but not required
Why Join TrendAI?
What We Offer You:
You're important to us. What matters to you, matters to us too. TrendAI provides benefit options for you and your family.
Group benefits program with health and dental coverage
Telehealth Virtual Health Services
Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Pre-partum, maternity, parental and medical leave
Critical Illness Insurance
Mental Health Wellness Program
Wellness Incentive Program
Retirement Savings Programs with company match
Paid Time Off
14 Annual Holidays
Tuition Assistance
Employee Resource Groups
Be Passionate. Be Innovative. Be a Trender.
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Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonusParental leave
Additional Information
TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise business unit of Trend Micro, empowers organizations with full AI visibility and consolidated security that inspires confidence, drives innovation, and eliminates risk.
At TrendAI™, we're always seeking exceptional talent; people who want to collaborate with the best and push boundaries together. Here, your work goes beyond building a career. You will help protect what matters and play a vital role in shaping a safer, more trustworthy AI-powered future.
AI Fearlessly.
Position Summary :
TrendAI Research is seeking a Vulnerability Researcher to join our industry-leading research team. TrendAI Research supports a global customer base including leading security product vendors, software and high-tech manufacturers, telecommunications providers, and large enterprise customers with a set of industry-leading technical data feeds, research products, and engineering services.
Trend Micro · Off, Canada