Senior Vulnerability Researcher
$165,000–$200,000 year
On-siteHerndon, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Identify vulnerabilities and potential attacks across hardware, software, procedures, logistics, and physical security of systems. Develop proof of concept (PoC) code, reverse-engineer targeted embedded systems, and review source code for risks. Analyze the effects of vulnerabilities on mission outcomes, compare attack techniques, and propose operationally effective countermeasures. Produce reports, briefings, and perspectives on actual and potential attacks while mentoring junior engineers and analysts. Provide regular on-site support at the Linthicum, Maryland customer site or headquarters in Herndon, VA. This role supports our government customers by delivering advanced security solutions that protect critical national security systems.
Required Qualifications
- Regular on-site support at the Linthicum, Maryland customer site or our headquarters in Herndon VA
- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience, OR Associate's degree and 7 years of relevant experience
- Relevant experience: computer/information systems design/development, programming, information/cyber/network security, reverse-engineering, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, or systems engineering
- Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and at least one ISA (e.g. x86/ARM/MIPS)
- Proficiency in Linux command-line environments
- Experience using a decompiler such as IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra
- Experience using vulnerability research tools such as emulators or fuzzers
- Experience using a software debugger such as GDB or WinDbg
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Polygraph
Desired Qualifications
- Experience producing technical briefings for operational stakeholders
- Experience using a hardware debugger
- Experience with UART, SPI, I2C
- Experience with common secure communications such as TLS or SSH
- Familiarity with embedded firmware, RTOS, or networked systems
- Familiarity with high-side environments
- Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance (Polygraph preferred)
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