Principal Vulnerability Researcher

Nightwing

$99K — $206K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 10 years of relevant experience
  • Strong proficiency in C, C++, or Python programming languages
  • Experience with program analysis and reverse engineering tools like angr or IDA Pro
  • Familiar with Windows or Linux operating systems
  • Knowledge of Assembly language (x86/x64)
  • Must possess a current TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance, and be a US citizen.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize advanced systems to identify zero-day vulnerabilities
  • Analyze and design software, observing programmatic behaviors
  • Develop, test, and debug various software applications
  • Conduct research and generate innovative ideas for vulnerability techniques
  • Apply debugging methodologies and fuzzing techniques in routine tasks

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs
  • Robust retirement plan options
  • Career development and recognition initiatives
  • Work/life balance benefits
Full 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.

Role Type:
This position is an onsite role

Required Skills:
  • Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field at 10 years of practical experience in a technology-related environment
  • 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)
  • Must have a current TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance. Because the position requires a clearance all candidates must be US citizens.


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.

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) 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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