Windows Developer – Kernel & Reverse Engineering

Talon Defense, Inc.; Arlington (VA); Presencial; USD 160 000 - 225 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and federal holidays

Life insurance

Professional development and cert. ReI

Annual performance bonus

Employee referral bonuses

Resumo da oferta

Talon Defense, Inc. in Arlington or Herndon, VA is seeking a Windows Kernel Developer to design and analyze low-level Windows components for national security projects. This on-site role requires deep kernel experience and a TS clearance.

You'll perform reverse engineering of binaries, collaborate with cybersecurity researchers, and ensure secure, well-documented code across the embedded Windows stack.

Compensation ranges from $160,000 to $225,000 per year, plus benefits and a performance bonus.

Qualificações

• Experience in Windows kernel development (drivers, internals)
• Strong reverse engineering skills with IDA Pro, Ghidra, and WinDbg
• Proficiency in C/C++ and debugging/performance tuning
• Deep understanding of Windows OS internals and system architecture
• Active Top Secret clearance or higher

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement Windows kernel space components
• Reverse engineer binaries to identify functionality and vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to develop tools
• Analyze undocumented OS behaviors and assist integration
• Write clean, secure code with thorough documentation

Conhecimentos

Windows kernel development

Reverse engineering

C/C++

Debugging and performance tuning

Windows OS internals

Ferramentas

IDA Pro

Ghidra

WinDbg

Descrição da oferta de emprego

On Site at Arlington, VA or Herndon, VA Full-time $160,000 - $225,000 per year Posted October 1, 2026

Overview

Talon Defense is seeking a highly skilled Windows Developer with expertise in kernel-level development and reverse engineering to join our advanced technology team in Arlington or Herndon, VA. This role is critical for designing, developing, and analyzing low-level Windows components to support national security and cyber defense missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement software components in the Windows kernel space
• Perform reverse engineering of binaries to identify functionality, vulnerabilities, or behaviors
• Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts, researchers, and fellow engineers to develop cutting-edge tools and capabilities
• Analyze undocumented OS behaviors and contribute to low-level system integration
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following security best practices

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in Windows kernel development (e.g., drivers, low-level APIs, internals)
• Solid reverse engineering skills using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, and WinDbg
• Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with debugging and performance tuning
• Deep understanding of Windows OS internals and system architecture
• Active Top Secret clearance or higher (no exceptions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with malware analysis, exploit development, or vulnerability research
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and hardened system development
• Background working in national security, defense, or intelligence domains

Compensation

$160,000 - $225,000 per year

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and federal holidays; life insurance; professional development and certification reimbursement.

Annual performance bonus; employee referral bonuses.

Salary offered will depend on numerous qualifying factors such as clearance, degree and the years and depth of applicable experience.

Security Clearance

Candidates must hold an active Top Secret clearance or higher (no exceptions).

Talon Defense, Inc. provides equal opportunities to qualified employees and prospective employees without regard to age, race, color, religion, pregnancy, sex, national origin, veteran status, uniformed status, physical or mental disability, or other protected characteristics.