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- Paid parental leave and gradual return-to-work program
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Apple is hiring an Offensive Security Researcher to conduct vulnerability research and develop security tools. You'll work with technologies like Python and Metasploit while focusing on safeguarding Apple products. This position requires offensive security research experience and a strong understanding of vulnerability classes.
Job Description
Who you are
You have offensive security research experience and a strong understanding of common vulnerability classes and exploitation techniques — your creative approach to breaking systems sets you apart in the field. You possess outstanding technical skills and a genuine passion for safeguarding users, making you an ideal fit for our team.
Your background includes diverse activities such as vulnerability research, binary exploitation, and security tooling development — you thrive in environments that challenge your skills and push the boundaries of technology. You are comfortable working in cross-functional teams and are eager to collaborate with others to amplify your impact on product security.
You are familiar with state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies, including fuzzing and machine learning — your ability to harness these tools enhances your effectiveness in identifying vulnerabilities. You understand the intricacies of operating systems, firmware, and hardware, and you are ready to tackle complex security challenges.
Your experience includes working with various security domains, such as browser security, messaging applications, and physical attacks — you are well-versed in incident response and can adapt to the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats. You are driven by the mission to protect users and are excited about the opportunity to make a difference on a global scale.
What you'll do
As an Offensive Security Researcher at Apple, your primary responsibility will be to conduct offensive security research across multiple areas — you will engage in vulnerability research and develop innovative security tools that enhance the security of Apple products. You will collaborate with a team of security researchers, sharing insights and strategies to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
You will be involved in fuzzing and binary exploitation, utilizing your technical expertise to uncover weaknesses in systems — your work will directly contribute to the security of over a billion devices running Apple's sophisticated operating systems. You will also have the opportunity to develop security tooling that streamlines the research process and improves overall efficiency.
Your role will require you to stay updated on the latest security trends and techniques — you will participate in cross-functional teams, working closely with engineers and product teams to ensure that security is integrated into the development lifecycle. You will also contribute to incident response efforts, helping to address and remediate security incidents as they arise.
What we offer
At Apple, we foster a culture of inclusion and diversity, recognizing that our differences are our greatest strength — we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. You will have access to state-of-the-art technologies and resources, allowing you to grow and develop your skills in a supportive environment.
We offer flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options, to accommodate your needs — whether you prefer to work from our Paris office or from the comfort of your home, we support your work-life balance. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the security of our users and their devices.
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