Vulnerability Researcher

Two Six Technologies; Arlington (VA); In loco; USD 120.000 - 190.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Two Six Technologies in Arlington, VA is seeking a Vulnerability Researcher to reverse engineer wireless and embedded systems, uncover security weaknesses, and develop proof‑of‑concept exploits. You will join a small team of security researchers, working alongside CNO developers and hardware engineers on real‑world targets.

The role requires C/C++ and Python, experience with IDA Pro/Binary Ninja/Ghidra, and on-site work in Virginia. Active TS/SCI eligibility preferred.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with C/C++ and Python in Linux environments for reverse engineering.
• Experience with reverse engineering and vulnerability research using IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra.
• Expertise in firmware analysis, fuzzing, exploit development, or wireless protocols.

Mansioni

• Reverse engineer wireless and embedded systems to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop proof-of-concept exploits with maintainable codebases.
• Analyze firmware, protections, and wireless protocols to uncover flaws.
• Create and use custom tools to analyze binaries and firmware.
• Collaborate with developers and hardware engineers in a fast-paced team.
• Solve complex technical challenges with limited predefined solutions.

Conoscenze

C/C++

Python

Reverse engineering

Vulnerability research

Linux

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE or related field

Strumenti

IDA Pro

Binary Ninja

Ghidra

QEMU

Descrizione del lavoro

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity

Join the Trusted Electronics & Effects team at Two Six Technologies in Arlington, Virginia, where we push the boundaries of software and firmware reverse engineering to uncover vulnerabilities in wireless and embedded systems. As part of our elite team of security researchers, you’ll work alongside CNO developers and hardware engineers, conducting cutting‑edge vulnerability research on complex, real‑world targets.

Our government customers rely on us to deliver mission‑critical security solutions, and we’re looking for a Vulnerability Researcher who thrives on reverse engineering embedded systems, discovering security weaknesses, and developing innovative proof‑of‑concept exploits. If you’re passionate about wireless security, embedded firmware analysis, and making an impact on national security, we want you on our team.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as a technical contributor to the reverse engineering of wireless and embedded systems, identifying vulnerabilities and assessing their security impact.
• Develop proof‑of‑concept exploits for discovered vulnerabilities following DevOps best practices for keeping codebases organized and maintainable.
• Analyze firmware, software protections, and wireless protocols to uncover security flaws.
• Utilize and develop custom tools to analyze and manipulate software/firmware binaries.
• Collaborate closely with CNO developers, vulnerability researchers, and hardware engineers in a fast‑paced, small‑team environment.
• Solve complex technical challenges with no predefined solutions.

What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience developing, debugging, and scripting in C/C++ and Python within Linux command‑line environments, with a strong emphasis on low‑level programming, memory management, and system interaction for reverse engineering and vulnerability research.
• Experience with reverse engineering and vulnerability research, using tools such as IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra.
• Expertise in one or more of the following:
• Firmware analysis (ARM, MIPS, PowerPC, RTOS).
• Firmware rehosting using emulation tools such as QEMU
• Fuzzing and exploit development.
• Binary obfuscation and anti‑analysis techniques.
• Wireless protocols and radio signal analysis.
• File system forensics and fault injection frameworks.
• Knowledge of common network protocols TCP/IP, UDP, or HTTP
• Ability to work in the Herndon, Virginia office daily.

Nice if you have:

• Experience conducting vulnerability research on embedded systems.
• Experience with defeating modern migrations such as ASLR, DEP, and Stack Canaries.
• Knowledge of cellular standards such as 4G or 5G.
• Knowledge of low bandwidth communications such as RS485, RS232, CAN.
• Knowledge of Wifi, Bluetooth, Zigbee communication.
• Previous experience in a client‑facing technical role.

Clearance Requirement:

• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a US Security clearance of TS/SCI level
• Active Top Secret clearance preferred

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

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