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Aon Director of Hardware Security in Seattle, Washington
We are currently looking for a highly skilled and experienced Director to build, lead, and grow our Hardware Security service line! We want technical people leading technical people. This pivotal role involves building a new service line from the ground up, structuring / shaping the client offering, developing methodologies, leading a team of penetration testers, actively collaborating with clients and internal sales teams in the pursuit of new opportunities to grow the service line, and publishing research. The ideal candidate will possess a deep hands-on understanding of hardware and embedded system security, along with strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to perform hands-on testing and provide detailed mentorship whenever necessary. Do you possess extensive knowledge in hardware penetration testing, reverse engineering, low-level programming, code review, and fuzzing techniques? Aon is in the business of better decisions. At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. Join our Aon group, which is a leading provider of specialty insurance solutions and programs offered to professional, small & medium enterprise and consumer markets. What the day will look like Develop and implement a strategic plan for the hardware and embedded penetration test service line, including helping to define the service offering. Lead the development of internal methodologies, checklists, and marketing collateral to support the growth of the hardware penetration testing and reverse engineering service line. Work closely with Business Development teams and new prospective customers to close new deals. Build statement of work / proposals for clients that define scope of work, duration, deliverables, and pricing. Oversee technical delivery of engagements relating to the business. Provide quality assurance and technical review of client work and internal documentation. Work alongside various internal teams (e.g., operations, finance, delivery, technical) to ensure overall success of client engagement. Form a team of hardware and embedded penetration testers through recruiting and mentorship. Cross-train team members within the practice. How this opportunity is different As the leader of the hardware and reversing team, you will play a key role in driving our team's success and design the future of our hardware security practice. This is an opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, from small-scale assessments to large-scale engagements with major clients. We offer a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and cultivates professional growth. You will have access to a wide range of resources, including training, development programs, and mentorship from experienced experts. Skills and experience that will lead to success. Three or more years of demonstrated ability with business development, scoping, and client/project management. 10+ years of relevant professional experience performing hardware/embedded security assessments. Experience leading a technical team and collaborating with clients. Strong programming and code review skills in C/C++ and ASM. Experience cross compiling and working in various toolchains. Proficiency reverse engineering firmware Deep understanding of wireless protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Zigbee) Hands-on experience with JTAG, SWD, UART, I2C, and SPI protocols and expertise in using related tooling. Experience soldering to remove flash chips, attaching test leads, etc. Experience extracting and analyzing firmware from hardware devices. Experience flashing custom firmware. Familiarity with QEMU, unicorn and/or other applications for emula