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Top Secret/SCI
$86,900 - $198,000
Polygraph
IT - Security
Remote/Hybrid• (Off-Site/Hybrid)
Job Number: R0229625
Windows Vulnerability Researcher
Key Role:
Deliver production-grade offensive capabilities as an expert in Android vulnerability research and exploit development. Discover, weapon ize, and operationalize previously unknown vulnerabilities in the Android ecosystem, performing work that directly enables strategic intelligence collection and cyber effects missions. Perform advanced vulnerability research across Windows kernel, user-mode components, Hyper-V, and hardware-assisted security features. Develop reliable exploits targeting user applications, system services, kernel drivers, virtualization layers, and firm ware subsystems. Engineer persistent CNO implants and infrastructure using C / C++, Python, and Windows APIs. Reverse engineer closed-source binaries and system components at scale. Bypass modern mitigations such as ASLR, CFG, CET, HVCI, kernel patch protection, driver signature enforcement, and application sandboxing. Author comprehensive technical documentation for delivery and sustainment. Contribute to capability roadmaps and emerging tradecraft development. Utilize AI and LLM-powered tooling to accelerate vulnerability discovery and exploit implementation.
Basic Qualifications:
Additional Qualifications:
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,900.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
Windows Vulnerability Researcher
Key Role:
Deliver production-grade offensive capabilities as an expert in Android vulnerability research and exploit development. Discover, weapon ize, and operationalize previously unknown vulnerabilities in the Android ecosystem, performing work that directly enables strategic intelligence collection and cyber effects missions. Perform advanced vulnerability research across Windows kernel, user-mode components, Hyper-V, and hardware-assisted security features. Develop reliable exploits targeting user applications, system services, kernel drivers, virtualization layers, and firm ware subsystems. Engineer persistent CNO implants and infrastructure using C / C++, Python, and Windows APIs. Reverse engineer closed-source binaries and system components at scale. Bypass modern mitigations such as ASLR, CFG, CET, HVCI, kernel patch protection, driver signature enforcement, and application sandboxing. Author comprehensive technical documentation for delivery and sustainment. Contribute to capability roadmaps and emerging tradecraft development. Utilize AI and LLM-powered tooling to accelerate vulnerability discovery and exploit implementation.
Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in vulnerability research, reverse engineering, or exploit development
- Experience using C or C++, Python, and Windows APIs
- Experience with IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, WinDbg, x64dbg, or ProcDump
- Experience with vulnerability discovery and weapon ization
- Experience defeating kernel hardening, sandboxing, and attestation mechanisms
- Experience with GitLab CI / CD for implant build pipelines
- TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
- HS diploma or GED
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience publishing research or tools recognized within the offensive security community
- Experience providing operational support to IC or DoD cyber mission forces
- Experience contributing to Windows exploit frameworks or public CVE discoveries
- Knowledge of x86-64 architecture and assembly
- Ability to achieve code execution in ring-0 and hypervisor contexts
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,900.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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