Mission-Critical Cyber Vulnerability Researcher

BAE Systems.; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking an Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher in Gloucester. This role involves performing vulnerability research and reverse engineering on complex challenges. Candidates should have experience in vulnerability research and a familiarity with various tools like Ghidra and IDA. The position offers a supportive environment with flexible working hours and a dedicated training budget. Successful applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance.

Benefits

Training budget for conferences and courses

Flexible working hours

Private medical and dental insurance

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Childcare vouchers

Discount cards

Qualifications

• Experience in reverse engineering or exploit development is essential.
• Familiarity with tools across various platforms is required.
• Understanding of the exploit development lifecycle is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform vulnerability research and reverse engineering on unique challenges.
• Deliver research as part of a team and mentor junior members.
• Adapt and develop bespoke tools when needed.

Skills

Experience in vulnerability research

Familiarity with various tools (e.g. Ghidra, IDA)

Knowledge of low-level programming languages

Ability to communicate technical topics

Tools

Ghidra

IDA

Unicorn

Debuggers

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking an Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher in Gloucester. This role involves performing vulnerability research and reverse engineering on complex challenges. Candidates should have experience in vulnerability research and a familiarity with various tools like Ghidra and IDA. The position offers a supportive environment with flexible working hours and a dedicated training budget. Successful applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance.