I would argue that those not holding advanced degrees, more often than
not, tend to lack the ability to successfully see through a large project
to it's completion... if not ability, then the experience.
I would also begin to argue that more and more "vulnerability researchers"
are actually getting advanced degrees and so this requirement is not so
far-fetched.
On Fri, 6 Jun 2008, Thomas Ptacek wrote:
> Advanced degrees definitely don't correlate to the best-known
> vulnerability researchers.
>
> On 6/6/08, Josh Daymont <joshd_at_securisea.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>> What percentage of dd list subscribers have MS degrees? 10%? Less? Or am
>> I completely wrong...
>>
>>
>> Thomas Ptacek wrote:
>> Since you posted on DailyDave, we get to critique you. Why, exactly,
>> would you require an MS degree for this position?
>>
>> On 6/3/08, Daniel . <daniel.bilar_at_gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Hi people
>>
>> Many of you on dd have the tech skills. The sine qua non requirement is the
>> product shepherding: A "significant track record as an architect of
>> commercial software product, preferably overseeing a number of successful
>> product launches". I did not have that, siiiigh ... Pay is estimated between
>> 110k-120k USD, need to be US citizen or Green Card Holder
>>
>> Say hi to Barbara from me when you apply ;)
>>
>> Good luck
>> Daniel
>>
>>
>> Product architect
>> -----------------
>>
>>
>> Responsibilities include providing direction on existing product
>> architecture and defining the next generation architecture and design for
>> V.i. Labs' CodeArmor and other software protection products. The software
>> architect will incorporate input from marketing, customer, and engineering
>> to ensure the architecture and design both the short-term and longer term
>> market needs. The software architect will work with the engineering team to
>> build the products that deliver on this vision.
>>
>> Important aspects of the role include mentoring members of the engineering
>> team, providing architectural oversight, and working with the Vice President
>> of Engineering in setting the development direction for the company.
>>
>> Experience and Skills Required:
>> MS or PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
>> Experience in role as architect at a commercial software company
>> Outstanding communication skills (both written and verbal)
>> 5+ years working in or with Software Security with working knowledge of
>> encryption techniques, application signing, and/or other forms of software
>> protection
>> Reverse Engineering skills (demonstrable knowledge of RE tools, Microsoft
>> Compilers, PE file architecture)
>> Operational understanding of application runtime internals for multiple
>> operating systems (Microsoft, Unix/Linux, and popular mobile operating
>> systems)
>> Team player, must be able to lead/mentor both senior and junior engineers
>>
>> Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder.
>>
>> Contact: Barbara Curran, Staffing Consultant – cell – 978-793-0404; main –
>> 781-398-3408; bcurran_at_vilabs.com
>>
>>
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