Lead Vulnerability Researcher - Embedded Security Leader

Two Six Technologies; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 285,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Lead Vulnerability Researcher to lead vulnerability research across hardware, software, and operational systems at a critical Linthicum, Maryland site. You will guide investigations, develop PoC code, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with engineers and security researchers to deliver advanced security solutions.

The role requires regular on-site work in Linthicum, MD and offers a high base salary with a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates and

Qualifications

• Doctorate in CS/EE or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s with 6 years, or Bachelor’s with 8 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification of vulnerabilities across hardware, software, personnel, logistics, procedures, and physical security.
• Develop proof of concept (PoC) code for identified vulnerabilities.
• Reverse-engineer targeted embedded systems to identify vulnerabilities.
• Review source code looking for risks and vulnerabilities.
• Analyze the effects of vulnerabilities on mission outcomes and operational effectiveness.
• Compare system attack techniques and propose operational countermeasures.
• Produce reports, briefings, and perspectives on actual and potential attacks.
• Provide technical leadership on research efforts and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

C/C++

Python

ISA (x86/ARM/MIPS)

Linux CLI

IDA Pro

Binary Ninja

Ghidra

GDB/WinDbg

Reverse engineering

Vulnerability analysis

Education

Doctorate in CS/EE or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree in related field

Tools

IDA Pro

Binary Ninja

Ghidra

Emulators

Fuzzers

GDB

WinDbg

Job description

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Lead Vulnerability Researcher to lead vulnerability research across hardware, software, and operational systems at a critical Linthicum, Maryland site. You will guide investigations, develop PoC code, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with engineers and security researchers to deliver advanced security solutions.

The role requires regular on-site work in Linthicum, MD and offers a high base salary with a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates and