Principal Reverse Engineer & Vulnerability Research Lead

Nightwing; Florida; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing in Melbourne, Florida, seeks a Principal Software Reverse Engineer/Vulnerability Researcher to identify zero-day vulnerabilities and analyze embedded systems.

The role requires expertise in reverse engineering, disassembly, and software debugging across Windows and Linux, with a TS clearance and experience in Python, C, and C++. You’ll work within CODEX to advance mission-critical cyber capabilities and contribute to field tests and documentation for customers.

Qualifications

• BS in CS/CE/EE with ~10 years of tech experience.
• Strong software development background; knowledge in C/C++/Python.
• Proficient in Windows or Linux environments.
• Experience with assembly language (x86/x64).
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SAP eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Extraction of software and firmware from embedded platforms.
• Use of program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools.
• Document and communicate approach and results to internal teams and customers.
• Engage in field tests using modified platforms for real-world validation.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Windows

Linux

Assembly (x86/x64)

Top Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor of Science in CS/CE/EE

Master’s Degree in CS/Physics/related STEM

Tools

IDA Pro

Binary Ninja

Ghidra

GDB

WinDbg

Angr

BAP

Job description

Nightwing in Melbourne, Florida, seeks a Principal Software Reverse Engineer/Vulnerability Researcher to identify zero-day vulnerabilities and analyze embedded systems.

The role requires expertise in reverse engineering, disassembly, and software debugging across Windows and Linux, with a TS clearance and experience in Python, C, and C++. You’ll work within CODEX to advance mission-critical cyber capabilities and contribute to field tests and documentation for customers.