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Spectris

Hardware Engineer

Pompano Beach, FL

$100K - $125K/yr

We are seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer to join our Custom Engineering team. This role is ideal for candidates with 1-3 years of experience who are looking to develop their skills in hardware ...

Arlo Technologies, Inc.

Hardware Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

... security experience for Arlo users that is easy to set up and interact with every day. The Arlo Smart Home Device team is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer. We are looking for a new or recent ...

Arlo Technologies, Inc.

Hardware Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

... security experience for Arlo users that is easy to set up and interact with every day. The Arlo Smart Home Device team is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer. We are looking for a new or recent ...

SpaceX

Security Engineer

Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site +1

SECURITY ENGINEER SpaceX is looking for a Security Engineer to join our Information Security ... Experience working with special purpose security hardware such as Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs ...

SpaceX

Product Security Engineer (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

PRODUCT SECURITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch ... Experience working with special purpose security hardware such as trusted platform modules (TPMs ...

SpaceX

Product Security Engineer (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

PRODUCT SECURITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch ... Experience working with special purpose security hardware such as trusted platform modules (TPMs ...

Wayve

Principal Embedded Security Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · Hybrid

$295K - $375K/yr

You will work with embedded software engineers to design, implement, review, and test the onboard ... Experience incorporating hardware-based security techniques (Hardware Security modules, TrustZone ...

SpaceX

Security Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

SECURITY ENGINEER SpaceX is looking for a Security Engineer to join our Information Security ... Experience working with special purpose security hardware such as Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs ...

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How much do entry level hardware security engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level hardware security engineer in the United States is $146,230.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Hardware Security Engineer vs Network Security Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Hardware Security EngineerNetwork Security Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related; certifications like CompTIA Security+Bachelor's in Information Technology, Computer Science; certifications like CISSP, CompTIA Security+
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing hardware security modules, embedded systems, and secure hardware componentsMonitoring network traffic, analyzing security breaches, implementing network security measures
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, hardware manufacturers, cybersecurity firmsFinancial institutions, government agencies, IT service providers

While both roles focus on cybersecurity, the Entry Level Hardware Security Engineer specializes in securing hardware devices and embedded systems, whereas the Network Security Analyst concentrates on protecting network infrastructure and data flow. The roles often overlap in cybersecurity teams but differ in their technical focus and daily tasks.

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Hardware Security and Vulnerability Analyst (Reverse Engineer)

Hardware Security and Vulnerability Analyst (Reverse Engineer)

EndoSec LLC

West Lafayette, IN • On-site

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

The EndoSec Hardware Security and Vulnerability Analyst is responsible for extracting and analyzing firmware and data at rest, identifying vulnerabilities in software, firmware, and hardware, as well as developing proof of concept exploits. The candidate will collaborate with other engineers and security experts to find and exploit security flaws and vulnerabilities within devices and designs as well as to build secure and efficient systems, contributing to our products and services ongoing security and privacy. 

Key Responsibilities

  1. System Analysis: Analyze systems to understand functionality, failure points, and consequences of failure.
  2. Security Measure Circumvention: Bypass implemented security measures to gain access to sensitive data, including enabling debugging, forging or bypassing signatures, gaining elevated privileges, and simulating environmental and working conditions.
  3. Binary Code Extraction and Analysis: Extract firmware, executables, and other sensitive data from embedded systems and analyze the extracted code for possible vulnerabilities and sensitive data, e.g. passwords, cryptographic keys, etc.
  4. Side-Channel Analysis and Fault Injection: Setup and perform side-channel analysis to recover sensitive data, e.g. cryptographic keys, sensitive plaintext, etc. Setup and perform fault injection attacks to bypass security measures and/or recover sensitive data.
  5. Exploit Development: Develop custom and novel exploits to bypass security measures, recover sensitive data, or gain elevated privileges in embedded systems.
  6. Documentation: Prepare detailed documentation, including physical setups, testing procedures, and user guides, for reproducibility of found results and maintenance.
  7. Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest advancements in reverse engineering and hardware security to continually refine and enhance skills.

Position Requirements

  1. Ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.
  2. Bachelor''''''''s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  3. Experience reverse engineering embedded systems including using standard tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, etc.
  4. Experience working with FPGAs, hardware description languages (VHDL, Verilog), microcontrollers, SoCs, and related hardware (Flash, SRAM, DRAM, etc.).
  5. Strong programming skills in scripting languages (Python, JavaScript, bash) and C/C++ for hardware/software integration.
  6. Experience standard interfaces (AXI, SPI, UART, JTAG).
  7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex software and hardware designs.
  8. Strong documentation skills and the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
  9. Collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  10. Experience in hardware security and reverse engineering techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of cryptographic algorithms and experience implementing mathematical algorithms in hardware or software.
  • Experience in tamper detection and anti-reverse engineering techniques.
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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Washington, DC, US

Year founded

2013

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