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Chantilly, VA
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Job Description
Vulnerability Researcher
We are seeking a highly skilled Vulnerability Researcher to support advanced mobile-focused research and development efforts across Android platforms, including their operating system variants and underlying components.
In this role, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of vulnerability research - to include assessing, analyzing, developing, and deploying capabilities against modern mobile devices and systems. This includes deep technical work in reverse engineering, vulnerability discovery, and low-level software analysis across applications, firmware, and OS internals.
You will work in a highly collaborative environment alongside engineers, researchers, and mission stakeholders to solve complex technical challenges, contribute to innovative research initiatives, and support real-world mission needs. Responsibilities also include participating in technical assessments, workshops, and customer engagements, as well as contributing to design discussions and capability development efforts.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
What We Offer:
Why Us?
We are seeking a highly skilled Vulnerability Researcher to support advanced mobile-focused research and development efforts across Android platforms, including their operating system variants and underlying components.
In this role, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of vulnerability research - to include assessing, analyzing, developing, and deploying capabilities against modern mobile devices and systems. This includes deep technical work in reverse engineering, vulnerability discovery, and low-level software analysis across applications, firmware, and OS internals.
You will work in a highly collaborative environment alongside engineers, researchers, and mission stakeholders to solve complex technical challenges, contribute to innovative research initiatives, and support real-world mission needs. Responsibilities also include participating in technical assessments, workshops, and customer engagements, as well as contributing to design discussions and capability development efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, analyze, develop, and deploy vulnerability research capabilities across mobile devices (Android) and their operating system variants
- Conduct advanced reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis on applications, firmware, and OS components
- Support CNO development including tooling, exploit development, and operational capability delivery
- Participate in technical assessments, workshops, and customer engagements
- Attend and contribute to technical meetings, briefings, and program reviews
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and mission teams to deliver solutions
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Strong experience with Android
- Proficiency in C/C++, Python, or similar low-level programming languages
- Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Frida, or similar
- Understanding of operating systems, memory management, and debugging
- 3+ years of experience in vulnerability research, reverse engineering, or low-level software development
- Exposure to CNO or offensive cyber concepts
- Active TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in cybersecurity or mission-focused environments
- Exposure to reverse engineering (RE) or vulnerability research (VR) environments
- Experience supporting systems that interface with hardware components
- Understanding of moble/embedded systems concepts
- Exposure to C/C++ in low-level systems contexts
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative and innovative work culture
Why Us?
- Work on mission-driven technology at the cutting edge of cybersecurity and national defense
- Join a passionate, elite team of innovators and problem-solvers
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership development
- Be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
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