Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer (Onsite)

Nightwing; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 122,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer to advance zero-day vulnerability discovery and analysis. You will use advanced systems to analyze, design, and identify programmatic behaviors, and develop, test, and debug software applications related to vulnerability techniques.

The role requires deep knowledge of software development and strong skills in C/C++/Python, with experience in program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools.

Qualifications

• Requires 12 years with a BA or 10 years with an MS in CS or related field.
• Solid understanding of software development and knowledge in C, C++, or Python.
• Experience with program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools (IDA Pro, Ghidra, GDB, WinDbg).
• Knowledge of Windows or Linux.
• Clearance TS/SCI CI Poly Preferred

Responsibilities

• Use advanced systems to find zero-day vulnerabilities and analyze programmatic behaviors.
• Research data and provide new design ideas for vulnerability techniques.
• Understand terms like debugging and fuzzing and apply them to work.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Program analysis

Reverse engineering

Debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Binary Ninja

GDB

WinDbg

angr

BAP

Job description

Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer (Onsite) page is loaded## Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer (Onsite)remote type: Onsite Nightwinglocations: Annapolis Junction, MDtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR102185Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.**Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer****Job Description**Vulnerability Researcher:Use advanced systems to find zero-day (O-day) vulnerabilities. Responsible for analyzing, designing, and identifying programmatic behaviors. Have an opportunity to develop, test, and debug software applications. Research data and provide new design ideas for vulnerability techniques. Understands terminologies like debugging and fuzzing and applying it into your work.**Required Skills:*** Requires 12 years and a bachelor's degree or 10 years and a master's degree in computer science or related field.* We require you to have a solid understanding of software development and knowledge in any of the following: C, C++, or Python* Experience with program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools (e.g., angr, BAP, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, gdb, Ghidra, windbg)* Knowledge of Windows or Linux* Knowledge of Assembly (x86/x64)* Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI CI Poly Preferred* Place of Performance - Maryland**Desired Skills:*** Understanding of OS Internals (any major OS)* Experience with exploit development, Hack The Box, etc...* Experience reading or writing assembly* Understanding of network protocols, application layer, be able to read/write socket code* Understanding of exploit mitigations such as DEP and ASLR* Relevant Certifications (Not Required): Relevant Cybersecurity Certifications (e.g. oscp, oscE, OSWP, OSEP, OSWE, OSED, OSEE, GPEN, GWAPT, GXPN, CISSP)What We Offer:Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation's most mission impactful initiatives.When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world's most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays and additional insurances.Salary & BenefitsThe salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.*Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.*