Bachelor's degree in a related technical field and 10+ years of experience; or Master's degree and 8+ years
Expert proficiency with disassemblers/decompilers (IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja)
Strong understanding of x86/x64/ARM assembly language and processor architectures
Practical experience with debuggers (WinDbg, GDB, LLDB) and dynamic analysis tools
Demonstrated capability in discovering vulnerabilities in compiled software (C/C++/Rust applications)
Strong scripting skills (Python, Ruby, or similar) for automation and analysis
Responsibilities
Conduct advanced vulnerability research and reverse engineering on software and hardware systems
Perform technical analysis of platforms to discover zero-day vulnerabilities
Reverse engineer software applications and firmware using various tools
Develop proof-of-concept exploits to validate vulnerability findings
Analyze system architectures and security mechanisms to identify weaknesses
Document technical details and recommended approaches for capability development
Provide technical intelligence briefs to capability developers
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation
Opportunity to support critical national security missions
Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies
Professional development and training opportunities
Limited travel for mission requirements
Full Job Description
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Vulnerability Researcher to join our team! In this role you will get to support the United States Cyber Command (USCC), where you will have a significant impact on the mission.
What You'll Be Doing:
Conduct advanced vulnerability research and reverse engineering on target software and hardware systems to identify exploitable weaknesses for cyberspace capability development.
Perform technical analysis of target platforms, including discovery of zero-day vulnerabilities through fuzzing and code analysis.
Reverse engineer software applications, firmware, and hardware components using disassemblers, debuggers, and binary analysis tools.
Develop proof-of-concept exploits to validate vulnerability findings and assess operational utility.
Analyze target system architectures, protocols, and security mechanisms to identify attack surfaces and weakness patterns.
Document vulnerability technical details, exploitation methodology, and recommended capability development approaches.
Provide technical intelligence briefs to capability developers on target system weaknesses and exploitation pathways.
Collaborate with capability development teams to translate vulnerability research into operational tools.
Maintain awareness of public vulnerability disclosures, exploit techniques, and adversary tradecraft relevant to target systems.
Conduct limited TDY travel as mission requires.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Active TS/SCI with Poly
Bachelor's degree in related technical field and 10+ years of related professional experience; Master's degree and 8+ years.
Expert proficiency with disassemblers/decompilers (IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja)
Strong understanding of x86/x64/ARM assembly language and processor architectures
Practical experience with debuggers (WinDbg, GDB, LLDB) and dynamic analysis tools
Demonstrated capability discovering vulnerabilities in compiled software (C/C++/Rust applications)
Understanding of common vulnerability classes (memory corruption, logic flaws, race conditions)
Proficiency with fuzzing frameworks such as AFL, libFuzzer, Honggfuzz and corpus management
Strong scripting skills (Python, Ruby, or similar) for automation and analysis
Experience documenting technical research for both technical and operational audiences
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Experience with Windows kernel/driver reverse engineering
Firmware analysis and embedded systems reverse engineering
Network protocol analysis and vulnerability research
Experience with UEFI/BIOS or bootloader security analysis
Published vulnerability research (CVEs, conference presentations, blog posts)
Familiarity with symbolic execution and taint analysis tools
Understanding of offensive cyberspace operations workflows
