Senior Vulnerability Researcher

Senior Vulnerability Researcher

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.

Join the Wireless Sector in Arlington, Virginia, where you’ll push the boundaries of software and firmware reverse engineering to uncover vulnerabilities in wireless and embedded systems. As part of an elite security research team, you’ll conduct cutting‑edge vulnerability research on complex, real‑world targets in collaboration with CNO developers and hardware engineers.

• Conduct comprehensive reverse engineering on a variety of embedded systems
• Perform static and dynamic analysis to find security vulnerabilities in embedded systems
• Develop proof‑of‑concept capabilities to demonstrate research progress
• Document research findings to deepen the team’s understanding of embedded systems
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver solutions to our customers

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Knowledge of
  * nix operating systems
• Knowledge of common network protocols TCP/IP, UDP, or HTTP
• Proficiency with at least one modern debugger such as GDB or WinDBG
• Proficiency with at least one modern decompiler such as Ghidra, IDA, or Binary Ninja
• Proficiency in at least one native programming language such as C or C++
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language such as Python
• Proficiency in at least one assembly language such as x86 or ARM
• Active U.S. Security clearance of Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI

• Experience conducting vulnerability research on embedded systems
• Experience defeating modern mitigations 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 Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee communication
• Previous experience in a client‑facing technical role

• Active U.S. Security clearance of Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI

$128,873 – $193,310 USD per year

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; retirement benefits; paid leave; tuition assistance; and professional development opportunities.

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We provide reasonable workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities. This business uses E‑Verify in its hiring practices.