Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer (Onsite)

Nightwing

$122K — $253K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12 years of experience with a bachelor's degree or 10 years with a master's in computer science or related field.
  • Solid understanding of software development and proficiency in C, C++, or Python.
  • Experience with program analysis, reverse engineering, and various debugging tools.
  • Familiarity with Windows or Linux operating systems.
  • Knowledge of Assembly language (x86/x64).
  • Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI CI Poly Preferred.
  • Work location is in Maryland.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize advanced systems to identify zero-day vulnerabilities.
  • Analyze, design, and determine programmatic behaviors.
  • Develop, test, and debug software applications.
  • Research data and propose new vulnerability techniques.
  • Apply debugging and fuzzing methodologies in daily work.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 401k retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Career development and employee recognition programs.
Full Job Description
Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer

Job Description

Vulnerability Researcher:

Use advanced systems to find zero-day (O-day) vulnerabilities. Responsible for analyzing, designing, and identifying programmatic behaviors. Have an opportunity to develop, test, and debug software applications. Research data and provide new design ideas for vulnerability techniques. Understands terminologies like debugging and fuzzing and applying it into your work.

Required Skills:
  • Requires 12 years and a bachelor's degree or 10 years and a master's degree in computer science or related field.
  • We require you to have a solid understanding of software development and knowledge in any of the following: C, C++, or Python
  • Experience with program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools (e.g., angr, BAP, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, gdb, Ghidra, windbg)
  • Knowledge of Windows or Linux
  • Knowledge of Assembly (x86/x64)
  • Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI CI Poly Preferred
  • Place of Performance - Maryland


Desired Skills:
  • Understanding of OS Internals (any major OS)
  • Experience with exploit development, Hack The Box, etc...
  • Experience reading or writing assembly
  • Understanding of network protocols, application layer, be able to read/write socket code
  • Understanding of exploit mitigations such as DEP and ASLR
  • Relevant Certifications (Not Required): Relevant Cybersecurity Certifications (e.g. oscp, oscE, OSWP, OSEP, OSWE, OSED, OSEE, GPEN, GWAPT, GXPN, CISSP)


What We Offer:

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays and additional insurances.

Salary & Benefits
The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.
Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

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