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Security Researcher

JapanPosted 1 weeks ago
FULL_TIMEhybrid

Job Description

Role Overview:

McAfee is looking for an experienced Security Researcher to design and deliver robust, scalable security solutions. The role involves real‑time analysis of cyber threats to provide immediate protection through security products. You will help customers stay safe online while promoting greater cybersecurity awareness.

This is a Hybrid position; you will be required to be on-site on a as needed basis, when you are not working on-site you will work from your home location. You must live within commutable distance of the Tokyo office as we are not offering relocation assistance at this time.

About the role:

  • Investigating threats and vulnerabilities affecting Android and iOS mobile platforms.

  • Conducting in‑depth, low‑level analysis of malware, devices, and operating systems.

  • Creating research content such as blogs, conference papers, and technical presentations.

  • Exploring and developing next‑generation mobile threat protection technologies.

  • Collaborating with researchers and engineers to strengthen McAfee’s leading security solutions for customers.

About you:

  • You should have 2–5 years of experience in security research with hands‑on expertise in Android or iOS, and/or Linux operating systems.

  • You must be proficient in Android or iOS debugging techniques, including identifying malicious code and performing assembly‑level analysis.

  • You will be expected to debug and reverse‑engineer Java bytecode, Dalvik, and ELF file formats using tools such as IDA Pro, JEB, or similar disassemblers.

  • You should have a solid understanding of networking protocols, cloud technologies like AWS, secure engineering practices, and at least one modern programming language.

  • You will demonstrate a proactive, innovative mindset with strong communication skills to effectively engage and influence diverse audiences.

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募集概要
McAfeeでは、堅牢性および高い拡張性を備えたセキュリティソリューションの設計・提供を担う、セキュリティリサーチャーを募集しています。本ポジションでは、サイバー脅威をリアルタイムで分析し、セキュリティ製品を通じて迅速かつ的確な対策を講じることで、お客様の安全なモバイル利用を支援します。また、セキュリティに関する啓発活動にも取り組んでいただきます。
※本職種は東京オフィス勤務を前提としたハイブリッドワークとなります。業務上必要な場合には出社していただき、それ以外は在宅勤務が可能です。なお、転居支援制度は設けていないため、東京オフィスへ通勤可能な地域にお住まいであることが応募条件となります。

 

主な業務内容
AndroidおよびiOSモバイルプラットフォームに関連するマルウェアの調査・分析
技術ブログやプレゼンテーション等のリサーチ資料作成
次世代のモバイル脅威対策技術に関する調査および研究開発
社内のリサーチャーやエンジニアと連携し、セキュリティ製品およびサービス品質の向上に貢献

 

応募要件
必須要件
- セキュリティリサーチ分野において2~5年程度の実務経験を有する方
- AndroidまたはiOS、もしくはLinuxオペレーティングシステムに関する実践的な知識・経験
- AndroidまたはiOSにおけるデバッグ技術に精通しており、不正コードの特定やアセンブリレベルでの解析が可能な方
- IDA Pro, JEB等の逆アセンブル/解析ツールを用いた、Javaバイトコード、Dalvik、ELF形式ファイルの解析・リバースエンジニアリング経験

 

(あれば尚可)
- ネットワークプロトコルやクラウド技術(AWS等)に関する基礎的な理解
- セキュアコーディングやセキュリティ設計に関する知識
- Python, C/C++, Java等のモダンなプログラミング言語を用いた開発経験

 

 

求める人物像
- 課題に対して主体的に取り組み、新しい技術や手法を積極的に取り入れられる方
- 技術的内容を分かりやすく説明できる高いコミュニケーション能力を有する方
- 社内外の多様な関係者と円滑に連携し、業務を推進できる方

 

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Company Overview

McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.

Company Benefits and Perks:

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We’re proud to be Great Place to Work® Certified in 10 countries, a reflection of the supportive, empowering environment we’ve built where people feel seen, valued, and energized to reach their full potential and thrive.

We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

  • Bonus Program
  • Pension and Retirement Plans
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Support for Community Involvement

We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

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