Senior Vulnerability Researcher — National Security Tech

Redhorse Corporation; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Redhorse Corporation is seeking a Senior Vulnerability Researcher to advance national security capabilities. The role emphasizes autonomy, mentoring, and delivering vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and exploitation capabilities for critical cyber requirements.

The candidate should hold an active TS/SCI clearance, 7+ years of VR experience, and strong coding skills in C, C++, Java, and JavaScript, with hands-on use of IDA Pro, OllyDbg, and Windbg in Windows and Linux environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in vulnerability research.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Experience reverse engineering Windows/Linux applications and OS kernel modules.
• Proficiency in programming with C, C++, Java, and JavaScript.
• Extensive experience using reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, OllyDbg, and Windbg.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply VR techniques—including fuzzing, RE, and online research—to identify vulnerabilities and determine exploitability.
• Develop proof-of-concept software and creative solutions to meet diverse customer requirements.
• Perform vulnerability assessments of secure technologies to determine recoverability of protected information.
• Manage customer expectations by providing proactive feedback and technical insights.
• Prepare and deliver concise presentations and reports of research findings for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and communicate operational requirements.
• Shape Computer Architecture requirements to align with broader operational goals.
• Synthesize information to develop innovative solutions for complex cyber challenges.
• Mentor junior personnel and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Skills

Vulnerability research

Reverse engineering

Programming in C/C++

Java/JavaScript

Threat analysis

Communication

Tools

IDA Pro

OllyDbg

WinDbg

Job description

Redhorse Corporation is seeking a Senior Vulnerability Researcher to advance national security capabilities. The role emphasizes autonomy, mentoring, and delivering vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and exploitation capabilities for critical cyber requirements.

The candidate should hold an active TS/SCI clearance, 7+ years of VR experience, and strong coding skills in C, C++, Java, and JavaScript, with hands-on use of IDA Pro, OllyDbg, and Windbg in Windows and Linux environments.