Cyber Researcher

Senior Cyber Researcher

Company: CyViation

Location: Hybrid

Department: Cyber Research Team

CyViation provides next-generation Digital Twin cybersecurity solutions for commercial airlines and business jets, ensuring safe and secure flights while maintaining operational continuity.

We're seeking a cybersecurity researcher to establish and lead our cyber research division, focusing on aviation-specific threats and cutting-edge defense mechanisms for aircraft systems.

• Lead embedded systems research - reverse engineer avionics and onboard systems, identifying vulnerabilities at firmware and hardware levels
• Conduct hardware security analysis - probe aircraft microcontrollers, chipsets, and sensors for supply-chain integrity and side-channel vulnerabilities
• Perform RF & wireless investigations - analyze aviation communication protocols including radar, satellite, ADS-B, and GPS systems
• Develop offensive security capabilities - create red team methodologies for aircraft systems while designing corresponding defensive measures
• Build research infrastructure - establish lab capabilities, define research standards, and shape team culture

• Strong background in embedded development and reverse engineering techniques
• Experience with hardware hacking and low-level system analysis
• Proficiency with RF/wireless systems and communication protocol analysis
• Hands-on experience with debugging tools, disassemblers, and JTAG/SWD interfaces
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (recommended but not required)
• Knowledge of aviation systems - understanding of avionics, aircraft networks, and aerospace protocols
• Military or satellite communications experience
• OSINT and threat hunting expertise
• Experience with SDR tools and spectrum analysis
• Publications or research contributions in cybersecurity

• Pioneer the future of aviation cybersecurity
• Work with state-of-the-art research equipment and tools
• Shape a world-class cyber research division from the ground up
• Competitive salary and equity package
• Professional development and conference opportunities

To Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter detailing your embedded systems and hardware security experience.

• Equal opportunity employer