Junior Reverse Engineer

KBRKBRBeavercreek, Ohio, United States
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Posted

8/14/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$80k - $115k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Junior Reverse Engineer will perform full-scope reverse engineering of hardware, firmware, software, and network protocols to identify vulnerabilities. They will also develop custom tools to automate workflows and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security solutions.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in assembly, C/C++, or Python, along with the ability to obtain a government security clearance, is required.

Key skills

Reverse engineeringHardware analysisFirmware analysisNetwork protocolsVulnerability assessmentExploit developmentAssembly languageC++PythonDebuggingComputer architectureOperating systemsIDA ProGhidraBinary NinjaEmbedded systems

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About KBR

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Employees

31,650

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time. Follow @KBRCareers for opportunities, updates and a closer look at how We do things that matter.

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Job categories

TechnologySecurity & SafetyEngineeringSoftwareGovernment & Public Sector

Description

Title: Junior Reverse Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. Why Join Us? Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions. Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace. Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense. KBR is seeking a talented Junior Reverse Engineer to join our Cyberwarfare team. In this role, you will apply your technical skills and curiosity to dissect and analyze various systems, from hardware and firmware to software and network protocols. You will be responsible for understanding system behaviors, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate the impact of those vulnerabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about security and eager to develop their expertise in reverse engineering. Key Responsibilities: Perform full-scope reverse engineering of hardware, firmware, software, and network protocols. Analyze system components, architectures, and interactions to gain in-depth knowledge of their functionality. Identify security vulnerabilities, potential attack vectors, and areas for improvement. Develop custom tools and scripts to automate and streamline reverse engineering workflows. Research and stay current on the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and reverse engineering techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement security solutions. Document findings, prepare comprehensive reports, and present results to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 0-7 years of demonstrated experience in reverse engineering or relevant security disciplines. Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and software development principles. Proficiency in assembly language, C/C++, Python, or other relevant programming languages. Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques. Knowledge of network protocols and security concepts. Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja. Experience with hardware reverse engineering tools and techniques. Knowledge of embedded systems and firmware analysis. Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment Basic Compensation: $80,000 to $115,000 The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

  • Reverse engineering
  • Hardware analysis
  • Firmware analysis
  • Network protocols
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Exploit development
  • Assembly language
  • C++
  • Python
  • Debugging
  • Computer architecture
  • Operating systems
  • IDA Pro
  • Ghidra
  • Binary Ninja
  • Embedded systems

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