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Job DescriptionDo you have a passion for high scale services and working with some of Oracles most critical customers? We are seeking experienced passionate and talented security researchers who have genuine excitement for and interest in security. You must relish the challenge of assessing large complex software products. Creativity is highly valued; being able to find novel bugs and stitch them together to create something greater than the sum of their parts is essential in this role.Who We AreWe are a world-class team of high calibre application security researchers and analysts who thrive on new challenges. We are an inclusive and diverse team with a full spectrum of experience distributed globally. We have the resources of a large enterprise and the energy of a start-up working on a critical Greenfield software assurance project collaboratively with our cloud and mobile engineering teams. The Software Assurance organization has the mission is to make application security and software assurance at scale a reality. We are a dedicated team leveraging each others insights and abilities to produce cutting edge solutions to difficult problems through automation and CI/CD. Join us to grow your career and create the future of software assurance at scale together.Work Youll DoAs a member of our team you will be responsible for planning and delivering in depth security assessments across a variety of products and services. Your next project could be anything from static and dynamic analysis of a multi-node Java infrastructure to writing a fuzzer for an undocumented network protocol or the grammar of a new programming language to analysis and reverse engineering of firmware used in the thousands of servers supporting our cloud services. Few other responsibilities includes as belowScope and execute security assessments across a broad range of on premise software cloud services and infrastructurePerform in-depth security assessments using results from static and dynamic analysisPerform in-depth security assessments leveraging results from other assessments such as static dynamic pen testing red team operations bug bounty responsible disclosure and etc.Create testing tools to help engineering teams identify security-related weaknessesCollaborate with engineering teams to help them triage and fix security issuesKeep yourself abreast of new TTPs (Tactics Techniques & Procedures) of the attackers mimic them in your security assessments and/or quickly react to new threat scenarios to provide continuous security assuranceMentor junior members of the team in software security as a role modelWhat Youll BringBachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or related field (e.g. Electrical Engineering)10+ years industry experience with 5+ years in IT security in one or more of the following areas: software/product security assessments penetration testing red teaming web application assessmentsAptitude for self-study setting and achieving long term goals (for example learning an unfamiliar programming language)Ability to effectively assess and communicate risks and appropriate levels of urgency to management and engineering staffExcellent organizational presentation verbal and written communication skillsThis role offers domestically located flexibility of workplace requiring 50% travel to our Columbia MD officeThis role does not require access to a cleared work environment. Security clearances are not required and active clearances cannot be sponsored.Nice to HaveExperience working in a large cloud or Internet software companyProficiency with one or more programming languages preferably Go Java Python or C/C++ Ability to perform manual source code reviews in one of the aforementioned languages or assisted review with code analysis tools such as CodeQLExperience navigating and working with extremely large codebases is also highly desirableExperience using common security assessment tools and techniques in one or more the following categories:Proficiency in performing mobile application assessment (iOS / Android)Reverse Engineering (e.g. IDA Pro/Ghidra/Radare2) and debugging codebase with the objective to find security gaps/vulnerabilitiesProficiency in Fuzzing (e.g. Jazzer/AFL/Peach) techniques to inject invalid malformed or unexpected inputs into a system to reveal software defects and vulnerabilities.Proficiency in advanced Mobile API Infrastructure Web Application penetration testing to find vulnerabilities such as insecure Java/PHP/PHAR deserialization XXE HTTP desynchronization cryptography weaknesses (exploiting ECB Shuffling CBC Bit Flipping and etc.) Mass assignments template injections HTTP/2 and HTTP/3 protocol issues and etc.Knowledge of common vulnerabilities in different types of software and programming languages including:How to test for/exploit themReal world mitigations that can be appliedFamiliarity with vulnerability classification frameworks (e.g. OWASP Top 10)Ability to threat model systems/applications/platforms to assess design and find flaws that can be exploitedWhat Well Give YouA team of very skilled and diverse personnel across the globeAbility to work in a flexible work from home arrangementExposure to mind blowing large-scale cutting-edge systemsThe resources of a large global operation while still having the small start-up feel of a smaller team day to dayDevelop new skills and competencies working with our vast cloud product offeringsOngoing extensive training and skills development to further your career aspirationsIncredible benefits and company perksAn organization filled with smart enthusiastic and motivated colleaguesThe opportunity to impact and improve our systems and delight our customers#LI-RS14#LI-RB5ResponsibilitiesDo you have a passion for high scale services and working with some of Oracles most critical customers? We are seeking experienced passionate and talented security researchers who have genuine excitement for and interest in computer security and vulnerability research. You must relish the challenge of assessing large complex software products. Creativity is highly valued; being able to find novel bugs and stitch them together to create something greater than the sum of their parts is essential in this role.Who We AreWe are a world-class team of high calibre application security researchers and analysts who thrive on new challenges. We are an inclusive and diverse team with a full spectrum of experience distributed globally. We have the resources of a large enterprise and the energy of a start-up working on a critical Greenfield software assurance project collaboratively with our cloud and mobile engineering teams. The Software Assurance organization has the mission is to make application security and software assurance at scale a reality. We are a dedicated team leveraging each others insights and abilities to produce cutting edge solutions to difficult problems through automation and CI/CD. Join us to grow your career and create the future of software assurance at scale together.Work Youll DoAs a member of our team you will be responsible for planning and delivering in depth security assessments across a variety of products and services. Your next project could be anything from secure systems design static and dynamic analysis of a multi-node Java infrastructure to writing a fuzzer for an undocumented network protocol or the grammar of a new programming language to analysis and reverse engineering of firmware used in the thousands of servers supporting our cloud services. Other responsibilities includes as beloDesigning and evaluating complex systems for computer securityScope and execute security assessments and vulnerability researchPerform in-depth security assessments using results from static and dynamic analysisCreate testing tools to help engineering teams identify security-related weaknessesCollaborate with engineering teams to help them triage and fix security issuesMentor members of the team in computer and software security as a role modelWhat Youll BringBachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or related field (e.g. Electrical Engineering)12+ years of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: software/product security assessments penetration testing red teaming web application assessmentsInterest in vulnerability research and exploit developmentUnderstanding of operating systems CPU instruction sets and their associated security designsUnderstanding of exploit mitigations (DEP ASLR CFG PAC CET etc.)Demonstrable experience in designing and evaluating complex systems for securityAptitude for self-study setting and achieving long term goals (for example learning an unfamiliar programming language)Ability to effectively assess and communicate risks and appropriate levels of urgency to management and engineering staffExcellent organizational presentation verbal and written communication skillsThis role offers domestically located flexibility of workplace requiring 50% travel to our Columbia MD or Denver CO offices.This role does not require access to a cleared work environment. Security clearances are not required and active clearances cannot be sponsored.Nice to HaveExperience working in a large cloud or Internet software companyProficiency with multiple programming languages preferably Go Java Python or C/C++ Ability to perform manual source code reviews in one of the aforementioned languages or assisted review with code analysis tools such as CodeQLExperience navigating and working with extremely large codebases is also highly desirableExperience using common security assessment tools and techniques in one or more the following categories:Mobile Application Assessment (iOS / Android)Reverse Engineering (e.g. IDA Pro/Ghidra/Radare2)Fuzzing (e.g. Jazzer/AFL/Peach)Web Application assessment (e.g. Burp Suite Proxy ZAP REST API testing)Proven experience with security research including any published CVEsExperience developing proof of concept exploits bypassing modern exploit mitigationsActive participant or organizer of Capture The Flag competitionsKnowledge of common vulnerabilities in different types of software and programming languages including:How to test for/exploit themReal world mitigations that can be appliedFamiliarity with vulnerability classification frameworks (e.g. OWASP Top 10 CVSS MITRE CVE)What Well Give YouA team of very skilled and diverse personnel across the globeAbility to work in a flexible work from home arrangementExposure to mind blowing large-scale cutting-edge systemsThe resources of a large global operation while still having the small start-up feel of a smaller team day to dayDevelop new skills and competencies working with our vast cloud product offeringsOngoing extensive training and skills development to further your career aspirationsIncredible benefits and company perksAn organization filled with smart enthusiastic and motivated colleaguesThe opportunity to impact and improve our systems and delight our customers#LI-RS14Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated location(s)New York City Pay Range: from $142400 to $256500 per annum; eligible for bonus equity and may be eligble for compensation deferral.Colorado Pay Range: from $127400 to $243000 per annum; eligible for bonus and equity.Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge skills experience and market conditions as well as reflect Oracles differing products industries and lines of business.Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.Oracle offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:Medical dental and vision insurance including expert medical opinionShort term disability and long term disabilityLife insurance and AD&DSupplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending AccountsPre-tax commuter and parking benefits401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company matchFlexible paid time off (unlimited or accrued vacation and sick leave)Paid parental leaveEmployee Stock Purchase PlanAdoption assistanceFinancial planning and group legalVoluntary benefits including auto homeowner and pet insuranceAbout UsAs a world leader in cloud solutions Oracle uses tomorrows technology to tackle todays problems. True innovation starts with diverse perspectives and various abilities and backgrounds.When everyones voice is heard were inspired to go beyond whats been done before. Its why were committed to expanding our inclusive workforce that promotes diverse insights and perspectives.Weve partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sectorand continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer a highly competitive suite of employee benefits designed on the principles of parity and consistency. We put our people first with flexible medical life insurance and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.Were committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you would like accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point let us know at +1.888.404.2494 Option 1.Disclaimer:Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements such as immunization and occupational health mandates.Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law. Which includes being a United States Affirmative Action Employer