Senior Operational Cyber Researcher

Cyber UK; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated training budget

Flexible working hours

Private medical and dental insurance

Competitive pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in the UK is seeking an Operational Cyber Researcher to lead technical assessments and research. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of computer systems and security vulnerabilities. You will work with a team to develop innovative solutions that address pressing national security challenges. The role offers flexible hours, a training budget for professional development, and an inclusive work environment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and will undergo a security clearance process.

Qualifications

• Experience with network protocols and tools.
• Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments.
• Willingness to learn new languages and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Deconstruct technologies for exploratory research.
• Mentor and lead teams in research projects.
• Identify and prioritize vulnerabilities in systems.

Skills

Familiarity with tools like IDEs and debuggers

Intermediate to advanced understanding of computing principles

Proficiency with at least one programming language

Ability to use and configure multiple operating systems

Communication skills for technical topics

Experience in network traffic analysis

Tools

Ghidra

Wireshark

FRIDA

Virtual Machines

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm in the UK is seeking an Operational Cyber Researcher to lead technical assessments and research. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of computer systems and security vulnerabilities. You will work with a team to develop innovative solutions that address pressing national security challenges. The role offers flexible hours, a training budget for professional development, and an inclusive work environment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and will undergo a security clearance process.