Principal Cybersecurity Researcher
Core
Lead technical planning and execution of reverse engineering and vulnerability research projects, solving complex security challenges for National Security customers.
Role type
Principal Cybersecurity Researcher (Reverse Engineering & Vulnerability Research)
Builds
Vulnerability research findings, proof-of-concept exploits, technical documentation, and white papers for government clients.
Domain
Cybersecurity, Reverse Engineering, Vulnerability Research, National Security
Required skills
Advanced cybersecurity research concepts, low-level programming (C/C++, Assembly), disassemblers and decompilers, binary re-hosting frameworks, custom fuzzing harness development, vulnerability research and attack surface triage, technical mentorship, complex project leadership, technical documentation for diverse audiences, client-facing communication
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD in CS/Engineering, leading multi-million-dollar proposals, embedded systems reverse engineering (ARM/MIPS, RTOS), cryptographic design principles, accelerated RE/VR tooling, external technical community recognition
Technologies
C, C++, Assembly, disassemblers, decompilers, binary re-hosting frameworks, fuzzing harnesses
Responsibilities
Lead technical planning and execution of reverse engineering and vulnerability research projects; Solve complex technical challenges requiring creativity and resourcefulness; Author detailed technical documentation, proposal sections, and white papers; Provide direction and develop differentiated technical approaches to ensure customer satisfaction
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
