Product Security Consultant

Embedded Product Security Consultant (Contract – Fully Remote)Location: Remote (UK/EU based preferred)Rate: Competitive day rateWe are seeking an experienced Embedded Product Security Consultant to undertake in-depth security reviews and assessments across embedded, mobile and IoT platforms. This role involves low-level security analysis, vulnerability assessment, and providing expert guidance on secure system design for both hardware and software components.Key Responsibilities:Review low-level C code (FreeRTOS, Android, Linux kernel drivers) and protocol parsers.Assess and advise on sandboxing and isolation policies (SELinux/SE Android, seccomp, Linux namespaces, Minijail/Firejail).Conduct cryptographic implementation reviews, particularly secure boot and code-signing mechanisms.Analyse Android applications (Java) and system-level components.Examine and debug ARM 32/64-bit assembly.Reverse engineer firmware and embedded systems.Carry out hardware and embedded system hacking exercises.Perform wireless protocol security testing (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)Deliver vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and exploit proof-of-concepts.Work with development teams using Git/GitHub workflows.Essential Skills & Experience:Strong background in embedded security and low-level programming.Hands-on experience with FreeRTOS, Linux kernel drivers, and Android internals.Deep understanding of cryptography and secure system design.Proven experience in reverse engineering and vulnerability research.Knowledge of wireless protocol security testing.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Created: 2025-09-05