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Job Details
Posted - 09/12/2009

Security Researcher

Company Research In Motion
Job Type Full-Time Employment
Job Category !Technical Engineering Jobs in Telecoms Job
Salary N/A
Location Waterloo, Canada
Region: North America
Requirements
Education Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience 2-5 years
Job Reference
Details Research In Motion Limited (RIM) is a world leader in the mobile communications market and has a history of developing breakthrough wireless solutions. RIM\'s portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies is used by thousands of organizations around the world and includes the BlackBerry wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld product line, software development tools and software/hardware licensing agreements. RIM is seeking driven individuals who can take our wireless data products to the next level in the global wireless market. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of mobile communications with RIM

Please contact Stacey Schut
Recruitment Sourcing Specialist


POSITION SUMMARY

The Security Researcher will work with the BlackBerry Security team and other internal groups to actively test, measure and extend product security. The incumbent will track and assist in the resolution of any issues found and will work to promote and cultivate secure engineering practices within the development organization. The successful candidate will also assist the Product Security Response and Outreach Team in managing the resolution of product security incidents as may arise.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate\'s responsibilities will include
Identify, parameterize and resolve BlackBerry specific threats
Develop, manage and document test methodologies, systems and equipment
Produce technical evidentiary documentation findings and impact
Conduct research and reports on current and emerging threats in the relevant product space and on specific technology issues as required
Advise on the safe integration of said technologies and advise the development team as to required product features or changes to support a strong ongoing security stance
Using effective oral and written communication skills, the candidate must be able to efficiently and creatively solve security issues by making insightful and timely decisions, in complex enterprise environments
Liaise with various internal teams and external parties to facilitate the smooth and expedient resolution of product security issues and associated communications

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Expertise in multiple technical areas, with in-depth knowledge of multiple security domains
Proven ability to hack hardware and software, discover flaws and suggest improvements
Secure coding methodology and best practices
Strong programming /debugging skills with proficiency in one or more of the following sets
a. Java, JavaME
b. Windows system level programming (C/C++)
c. x86 ASM and OS concepts
d. ARM ASM and embedded OS concepts
e. AJAX, Javascript, PHP
Demonstrated analytical and creative problem solving abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to convey highly technical information in an accessible manner
The ability to work with minimal supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Possess a strong work ethic and desire to get the job done
Bachelor Degree, Masters Degree or equivalent in a Computer Science/Engineering related field

ADDITIONAL ASSETS
Product and network penetration testing
Application security configuration and best practices
Automated code analysis for security issues (static analysi in particular)
Database security
Wireless communications security (802.11, Bluetooth, cellular data etc)
Voice over IP (VOIP) security
Analyzing malware
Experience with digital hardware engineering, test and debugging

If you\'re driven to take wireless technologies to the next level, it\'s time you join the team at RIM. We offer a challenging environment that fosters creativity and rewards excellence. Employees also have use of our award winning BlackBerry

2009 Research In Motion Limited. All Rights Reserved. The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties of Research In Motion Limited. RIM, BlackBerry, \"Always On, Always Connected\" and the \"envelope in motion\" symbol are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries.

Research In Motion is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job summary: Job: Security Researcher Canada, Waterloo, North America, Research In Motion, category: !Technical Engineering Jobs in Telecoms Job
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