Security Researcher – Software (Emirati Talent)

About the role

EDGE is seeking a UAE national to join its BEACON RED team as a Security Researcher. You will assess IT products, embedded systems, firmware, hardware and software solutions through hands‑on security testing, vulnerability analysis and reverse engineering.

Key responsibilities

• Perform security evaluations of software, firmware, embedded systems, hardware devices and IT products.
• Conduct vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, reverse engineering and logical attack assessments.
• Support side‑channel analysis, fault injection, debug interface testing and cryptographic implementation testing.
• Collect, analyse and document technical evidence, identify attack vectors and produce risk‑based conclusions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Information Security, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity evaluation, penetration testing, vulnerability research or secure product development.
• Good understanding of cybersecurity standards, testing methodologies and ISO/IEC 17025 awareness.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with firmware analysis, fuzzing, exploit development and reverse engineering.
• Experience in side‑channel analysis, fault injection, debug interface testing and cryptographic implementation testing.
• Proficiency in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing and embedded device security testing.

What we offer

• Highly competitive, tax‑free salary.
• Family visas, annual flight tickets and medical insurance for you and dependents.
• Education allowances for children.
• Access to learning academy and digital platforms for continuous skill development.