What we do:
Halcyon is the industry’s first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware.
Who we are:
Halcyon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware (and advanced threats) for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halcyon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers.
As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you’re interested in and we’ll work a plan to meet your needs.
Halcyon’s goal is to deliver an anti-ransomware solution that breaks new ground as to what a security product can deliver. Aligned with this goal, Halcyon is searching for a security researcher to contribute to a number of strategic research initiatives to develop Halcyon’s product and services catalogue. Halcyon’s primary focus for this role is to analyze ransomware samples and threat actor tools to gain insights for future product features, threat actor insights, and assist in the validation of our current capabilities. The ideal candidate will be a proficient reverse engineer with experience in analyzing malware, have a strong understanding of cryptography used in ransomware, and the ability to develop tools to augment existing capabilities.
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Strong capabilities in reverse-engineering Windows binaries and applications.
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Strong familiarity with Windows development practices, low level operating system concepts, and networking.
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Proficiency with development in scripting languages such as Python or Ruby.
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Proficiency with development in compiled languages such as C, C++ and/or Rust.
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Experience in auditing implementations of cryptographic algorithms to identify security issues
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A willingness to lead by example and participate actively in the workload
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Excellent English verbal and written communication and presentation skills
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Maintains a positive attitude and quickly adapts to change
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Passionate about information security
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Participation in security-focused communities, open source development, and intel sharing communities is a plus.
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Proficiency with development in CUDA
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Advanced degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, Physics, etc…)
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Track record of advancing offensive security research field through vulnerability discoveries, research publications, and/or developing security tools
In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, the range provided is Halcyon’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity in the Company.
We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional product we are building. Our dynamic team has incredible perspectives to share, just as we know you do, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.