Lead Vulnerability Researcher, Wireless & Embedded Security

Two Six Technologies

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

42 hours ago
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Job summary

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Lead Vulnerability Researcher to head reverse engineering and vulnerability research for mission-critical government programs in Arlington, VA. The role emphasizes leading task execution, guiding junior engineers, and delivering proof-of-concept exploits on complex targets.

The ideal candidate has a strong cybersecurity research background with hands-on experience in IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, Ghidra, Python, and C/C++.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
  • Extensive experience with C/C++, Python, Linux CLI and solving hard technical problems.
  • Proven ability to lead technical task execution and guide team members.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, prioritization, and scheduling for reverse engineering and vulnerability research
  • Reverse engineer wireless and embedded systems to identify security weaknesses and analyze protections
  • Develop maintainable proof-of-concept exploits following DevOps practices
  • Provide technical direction and mentorship to team members
  • Support business development and proposal efforts

Skills

C/C++
Python
Linux
Reverse engineering
IDA Pro
Binary Ninja
Ghidra
Firmware analysis
Wireless protocols
DevOps awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE or related

Tools

IDA Pro
Binary Ninja
Ghidra
QEMU

Job description

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Lead Vulnerability Researcher to head reverse engineering and vulnerability research for mission-critical government programs in Arlington, VA. The role emphasizes leading task execution, guiding junior engineers, and delivering proof-of-concept exploits on complex targets.

The ideal candidate has a strong cybersecurity research background with hands-on experience in IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, Ghidra, Python, and C/C++.

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