Senior iOS Vulnerability Researcher

Interrupt Labs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology security firm in Greater London is seeking a skilled researcher to analyze and identify vulnerabilities in Apple platforms. The ideal candidate has experience in both high-level and low-level programming, as well as knowledge of reverse engineering techniques specifically for ARM64 architectures. This position offers competitive packages and perks such as training budgets, private medical insurance, and the option to work remotely or from the office in Basingstoke or London.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Annual bonus based on company targets

6% matched pension

Training and conference budgets

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance program

4x death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Company socials throughout the year

Free soft drinks, hot drinks, beer and snacks in office

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the security industry is required.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python and Rust is necessary.
• Expertise in low level languages including C, C++, and Objective C is essential.
• Experience in reverse engineering ARM64 is a must.
• Direct experience with vulnerability research on Apple platforms is required.
• Knowledge of runtime internals, platform security features, and exploit mitigations is important.

Responsibilities

• Identify vulnerabilities in Apple platforms using static and dynamic analysis.
• Develop Proof‑of‑Concepts for identified vulnerabilities.
• Use common VR toolsets and develop custom tools.
• Present findings in an accessible way.
• Attend internal and external training and conferences.

Skills

Experience in vulnerability research

Knowledge of modern programming languages (Python, Rust)

Experience in low level languages (C, C++, Objective C)

Reverse engineering skills

Understanding of Apple platform internals

Passion for learning and problem solving

Job description

We are looking for experienced and passionate people who have a background in vulnerability research, offensive security and reverse engineering on Apple platforms.

The role:

• You’ll join our team looking to identify vulnerabilities in Apple platforms using both static and dynamic analysis techniques
• You’ll develop Proof‑of‑Concepts for vulnerabilities identified
• You’ll use common VR toolsets such as fuzzers and reverse engineering tools; as well as have access to custom tooling built in-house (as well as developing your own!)
• You’ll need to present your findings in a useful and accessible way to others
• You’ll have access to internal and external training and conferences to refine and hone your skillsets

The ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in the security industry
• Experience in modern programming languages such as Python and Rust
• Experience in low level languages such as C, C++, Objective C, etc
• Experience reverse engineering ARM64
• Direct experience in vulnerability research and/or reverse engineering on Apple platforms
• Significant experience in the low‑level internals of Apple platforms, including topics such as runtime internals, platform security features, exploit mitigations and the XNU kernel
• Interested and passionate about learning new things, taking things apart, and getting stuck into new problems and challenges

Salary:

Packages are competitive and differ according to researcher experience. Full details can be discussed upon an invitation to interview.

Perks and benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Annual bonus based on company targets
• 6% matched pension
• Training and conference budgets
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance program
• 4x death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company socials throughout the year
• Free soft drinks, hot drinks, beer and snacks in office

The location:

You’ll have the opportunity to work remotely, from our office in the centre of Basingstoke, UK (6‑minute walk from the local shopping centre & train station) or from our London office (Southwark).

Interrupt Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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