Application Security Fuzzing Intern

Gen Digital

Prague, CZ

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to junior candidates with binary program analysis experience working in cybersecurity, particularly those familiar with fuzzing technology principles.

Best fit for

Junior developers with hands-on experience in binary program analysis and fuzzing.
— “Binary program analysis experience.”
Candidates proficient in C/C++ or Python with a focus on automated vulnerability mining.
— “Familiar with C/C++ language, python language, etc.”
Individuals interested in researching and developing automated testing modules for software security.
— “Participate in the research and development of a fuzzing platform.”

Things to consider

The role involves close collaboration with Application Security Engineers on a specific project.
— “work closely with our team of Application Security Engineers”
Only one interview stage, which may limit opportunities to showcase diverse skills.
— “The interview process consists of one stage.”

How to stand out

Highlight specific examples of fuzzing tool development in your resume.
— “Participate in the research and development of Fuzzing tools”
Prepare to discuss your experience with binary vulnerabilities and their principles.
— “familiar with common binary vulnerabilities and understand the principles.”
Demonstrate your ability to integrate fuzzing into automated testing workflows.
— “design a platform and program of integrated fuzzing”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Intern

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What success looks like

participate in fuzzing platform research
test software components
develop fuzzing tools

Typical background

familiarity with fuzzing technology

Skills & requirements

Required

C/c++PythonFuzzing TechnologyBinary Program Analysis

Preferred

GoAI Platforms

Stack & domain

C/c++PythonGoBinary Program AnalysisFuzzing TestingFile FormatsResearchProblem SolvingTeamworkCommunicationApplication SecurityFuzzingCybersecurity

About the role

Original posting from Gen Digital via Ashby

ABOUT US:
Gen is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, MoneyLion and more. Our combined heritage is rooted in financial empowerment and cyber safety for the first digital generations, and today we deliver award-winning cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection and financial wellness solutions to nearly 500 million users in more than 150 countries.
Together, we share a collective passion and vision to protect consumers and help them grow, manage and secure their digital and financial lives. We’re always looking for smart, fearless and high-impact talent who see AI as a teammate – leveraging it to move faster and deliver meaningful results.
When you’re part of Gen, you’ll have the flexibility, tools and support to do your best work and grow your career – from flexible working options and time off to competitive pay, benefits and well-being programs.
At Gen, we are scrappy and relentlessly customer driven. We create room for healthy debate, experimentation and continuous learning, and we seek out people with different experiences, identities and ideas to join our team. You’ll work with people who back each other, respect each other and understand that our differences are a competitive advantage.
If this sounds like you, we’d love you to be part of Gen.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role will work closely with our team of Application Security Engineers to design a platform and program of integrated fuzzing as an automated testing module.
We’re seeking an intern to research and demonstrate the feasibility and value of fuzzing in our software security work stream.
In this role, you will:
Participate in the research and development of a fuzzing platform.
Participate in the fuzzing test of modules of software components.
Participate in the research and development of Fuzzing tools for automatic vulnerability mining of various functional modules and components.
ABOUT YOU:
Familiar with C/C++ language, python language, etc.
Familiar with Fuzzing technology principles and various automated vulnerability mining technologies, familiar with common binary vulnerabilities and understand the principles.
C/C++, python or golang research and development experience.
Binary program analysis experience.
Experience in fuzzing testing of file formats.
WHAT’S NEXT:
The interview process consists of one stage.
You’ll have an interview with Curtis, the hiring manager, where you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your experience and learn more about the role and the team.

Source: Gen Digital careers (Ashby)