Forensic Software Engineer at REDLattice, Inc. in Quantico, VA

Job description

• REDLattice is seeking a highly skilled Forensic Software Engineer to support advanced digital forensic and secure application analysis efforts focused on mobile devices and associated technologies. This role will support mission-critical investigations and technical operations through detailed forensic analysis, vulnerability assessment, reverse engineering, and software evaluation activities.
• In this role, you will work closely with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to identify, analyze, and interpret digital artifacts from mobile platforms while contributing to the development of innovative forensic methodologies and technical solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in digital forensics, reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and mobile device technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth forensic analysis of mobile devices and associated data sources.
• Perform secure application analysis to identify vulnerabilities, security weaknesses, and potential indicators of compromise.
• Analyze digital evidence and artifacts in support of law enforcement and national security missions.
• Conduct reverse engineering and technical analysis of software, applications, and mobile device components.
• Support vulnerability research efforts and assist in identifying and characterizing software and system weaknesses.
• Develop and document forensic findings, methodologies, and technical assessments.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to solve complex technical challenges.
• Participate in technical reviews, investigations, and mission support activities.
• Support the development and refinement of forensic tools, techniques, and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s (B.S.) degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Security, Computer Security, Computer Forensics, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting digital forensics, forensic software engineering, or similar technical forensic projects.
• Digital Forensics
• Vulnerability Research
• Reverse Engineering
• Experience conducting forensic analysis of mobile devices and digital artifacts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical challenges.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph.
• Experience supporting law enforcement, Department of Defense, or Intelligence Community missions.
• Experience performing mobile device forensics on Android and iOS platforms.
• Experience with forensic analysis tools and reverse engineering platforms.
• Experience analyzing malware, applications, or embedded systems.
• Knowledge of operating system internals, mobile architectures, and software security principles.
• Experience developing scripts or software tools to automate forensic processes and analysis.

Skills

Required

• Digital Forensics
• Vulnerability Research
• Reverse Engineering
• Forensic analysis of mobile devices
• Secure application analysis

Preferred

• Malware analysis
• Application analysis
• Embedded systems analysis
• Knowledge of operating system internals
• Mobile architectures
• Software security principles

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Work on mission-driven technology supporting critical law enforcement and national security missions.
• Join a talented team of engineers, researchers, and technical innovators.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.