The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of a research team to investigate and determine potentially critical Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) drone system vulnerabilities impacting confidentiality, integrity and availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PIs and research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
• Initiate and help guide work and demonstrations in the following tasks:
• Firmware extraction and reverse engineering.
• Study, understand and analyse mobile platform applications.
• Design, develop and test AI-driven security testing techniques.
• Design, develop and test control augmentation techniques.
• Adaptation of developed techniques for more generic use.
• Perform project documentation and technical mentoring of student assistants.
• Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
• Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.

Job Requirements

• A good degree in Computer Science / Engineering, preferably with a relevant postgraduate qualification for Research Fellow.
• Proficiency with firmware extraction and reverse engineering.
• Proficiency with penetration testing techniques and tools.
• Proficiency with software scripting and development work on desktop and / or mobile platforms.

Key Competencies

• Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development.
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Show strong initiative and take ownership of work.
• Proficient in technical writing and presentation.
• Able to build and maintain good working relationships with people within and external to the university.