Principal Cyber Researcher — Hybrid R&D in Security

Prattwhitney; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus public holidays

10.5% company pension contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible Benefits scheme

Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Filton is looking for a Principal Cyber Researcher to join their Cyber Research Group. The role involves conducting cutting-edge research across multiple cyber domains, supporting team strategy, and helping with business development. This is a hybrid position based at the Gloucester site, requiring eligibility for SC and enhanced DV clearance.

The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, a solid understanding of network protocols, and demonstrated experience in managing research projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in vulnerability discovery and reverse engineering.
• Proficient with rapid prototyping using Raspberry Pi and Arduino.
• Strong communication skills and experience managing research projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep-dive research in vulnerability discovery and reverse engineering.
• Design and build rapid prototypes to validate cyber capabilities.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver research outcomes and solutions.

Skills

Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, or Python

Strong working knowledge of Linux-based systems

Excellent communication skills

Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Experience in rapid prototyping using technologies

Job description

Prattwhitney in Filton is looking for a Principal Cyber Researcher to join their Cyber Research Group. The role involves conducting cutting-edge research across multiple cyber domains, supporting team strategy, and helping with business development. This is a hybrid position based at the Gloucester site, requiring eligibility for SC and enhanced DV clearance.

The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, a solid understanding of network protocols, and demonstrated experience in managing research projects.