Windows Vulnerability Researcher

Redherd.io; Berlin; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading cybersecurity organization is seeking a Windows Vulnerability Researcher to identify and analyze security flaws in Windows operating systems. This fully remote position requires deep knowledge of Windows internals, proficiency in C/C++, and reverse engineering skills. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in a cutting-edge environment.

Leistungen

Competitive Compensation

Professional Growth Opportunities

Cutting-Edge Environment

Qualifikationen

• Familiarity with kernel-level concepts and Windows security features.
• Experience using fuzzing frameworks to uncover flaws.
• Ability to accurately interpret low-level behavior.

Aufgaben

• Conduct fuzzing on Windows binaries to detect vulnerabilities.
• Produce reports outlining discovered vulnerabilities.
• Stay current with emerging tools and practices in Windows research.

Kenntnisse

Deep Windows Internals Knowledge

Proficiency in C/C++

Reverse engineering skills

Analytical Skills

Strong communication in English

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

WinDbg

x64dbg

WinAFL

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading cybersecurity organization seeking a Windows Vulnerability Researcher to identify and analyze security flaws in Windows operating systems. This research-focused role involves in-depth code analysis fuzzing and reverse engineering of Windows components (kernel drivers libraries) without direct exploit development. You will document vulnerabilities assess their potential impact and collaborate with internal teams to guide improved security practices.

Note : This is a fully remote position open to candidates located in Europe the UK Singapore Australia New Zealand Japan South Korea and South America including others.

Key Responsibilities

Vulnerability Identification & Analysis

Conduct fuzzing (e.g. with AFL / WinAFL) on Windows binaries to detect potential flaws.

Use reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro Ghidra WinDbg or x64dbg to analyze system behavior and code structures.

Investigate crash dumps and unusual program behavior to pinpoint security weaknesses.

Technical Documentation & Reporting

Produce detailed comprehensible reports on discovered vulnerabilities outlining root causes and potential risks.

Communicate findings to cross-functional teams in clear actionable terms.

Ongoing Research & Innovation

Stay current with industry developments emerging tools and best practices in Windows vulnerability research.

Collaborate with fellow researchers to refine and enhance internal methodologies for vulnerability discovery.

Requirements

Deep Windows Internals Knowledge

Familiarity with kernel-level concepts (memory management driver architecture security subsystems).

Understanding of Windows security features and mitigations (e.g. ASLR DEP Control Flow Guard).

Technical Expertise

Proficiency in C / C Assembly (x86 / x64 ARM a plus) and Python for research automation and analysis.

Experience using fuzzing frameworks (WinAFL or similar) to uncover flaws.

Skilled in reverse engineering and debugging techniques including kernel and user-mode analysis.

Analytical & Collaborative Skills

Ability to dissect complex systems and interpret low-level behavior accurately.

Strong written and verbal communication in English to share findings with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Additional Skills

Familiarity with virtualization or Hyper-V environments for testing and analysis.

Awareness of scripting in PowerShell or Bash and modern languages like Rust or C# (nice to have).

What s Offered

Fully Remote : Open to candidates in Europe the UK Singapore Australia New Zealand Japan South Korea and South America .

Competitive Compensation : Aligned with expertise in advanced Windows security research.

Professional Growth : Opportunities for specialized training conference attendance and continuous learning.

Cutting-Edge Environment : Join a team of experts committed to pushing the boundaries of Windows cybersecurity.

If you re passionate about discovering critical flaws in Windows and contributing to global cybersecurity innovation we welcome you to apply!

Key Skills

Intelligence Community Experience,Python,Spss,Microsoft Word,R,Regression Analysis,Windows,Stata,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Data Modeling,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1