Telecom Security Researcher – Vulnerability & Tooling

UK Telecoms Lab (UKTL); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Telecoms Lab (UKTL) is seeking a security-focused researcher to explore vulnerabilities in telecom systems. You will design and experiment with novel approaches, break down protocols, and develop tools for deep technical discovery.

The role requires curiosity, problem-solving in complex environments, and the ability to communicate findings effectively. DV clearance is required or obtainable, with commuting to Birmingham offices a regular expectation.

Qualifications

• Curious and driven to uncover how systems work and break.
• Strong understanding of protocols and how they communicate.
• Experience with cryptographic concepts and how they can be misused.
• Familiarity with memory corruption techniques and exploitation tools.
• Proficiency in Linux internals and programming basics.

Skills

Crypto algorithms

Memory corruption

Reverse engineering

Linux internals

Distributed systems

Programming basics

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Source analysis

Virtualization

Containers

Job description

UK Telecoms Lab (UKTL) is seeking a security-focused researcher to explore vulnerabilities in telecom systems. You will design and experiment with novel approaches, break down protocols, and develop tools for deep technical discovery.

The role requires curiosity, problem-solving in complex environments, and the ability to communicate findings effectively. DV clearance is required or obtainable, with commuting to Birmingham offices a regular expectation.