Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer

Nightwing

$77K — $163K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4 years with a bachelor's degree or 2 years with a master's degree in computer science or related field.
  • Strong understanding of software development and proficiency in C, C++, or Python.
  • Experience with program analysis, reverse engineering, and various debugging tools like angr and Ghidra.
  • Familiarity with Windows or Linux operating systems.
  • Knowledge of Assembly language (x86/x64).

Responsibilities

  • Utilize advanced systems to identify zero-day vulnerabilities.
  • Analyze, design, and identify programmatic behaviors in software.
  • Develop, test, and debug software applications.
  • Conduct research to provide innovative design ideas for vulnerability techniques.
  • Apply debugging and fuzzing terminologies in practical work.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 401k retirement plan.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday leave.
  • Career development opportunities and recognition programs.
  • Wellness benefits aimed at enhancing work/life balance.
Full Job Description
Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer (P3)

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 4 years and a bachelor's degree or 2 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: None
  • Place of Performance - MD, FL, SC, TX, Remote

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
Text Constant The salary associated with this position ($77,000-$163,000) 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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