Senior Vulnerability Researcher
Two Six Technologies17 days ago
Dayton, OH, USASenior
Base Salary
$117k - $175k/yr
Responsibilities
- Conduct reverse engineering on a variety of embedded systems.
- Perform static and dynamic analysis to identify security vulnerabilities in embedded systems.
- Develop proof-of-concept capabilities to demonstrate research progress.
- Document research findings and improve the team’s understanding of embedded systems.
- Collaborate across disciplines to deliver solutions to government customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Knowledge of *nix operating systems and common network protocols including TCP/IP, UDP, or HTTP.
- Proficiency with at least one debugger such as GDB or WinDBG.
- Proficiency with at least one 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 at the Secret or Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
- Preferred qualifications include embedded vulnerability research, bypassing ASLR, DEP, and stack canaries, knowledge of 4G or 5G, RS485, RS232, CAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Zigbee, client-facing technical experience, and participation in CTFs or independent security research projects.
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement in Dayton, Ohio.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Retirement benefits and paid leave.
- Tuition assistance and professional development.
- Annual salary range of $117,235–$175,492 USD.
About Two Six Technologies
Two Six Technologies builds cybersecurity, information operations, data science, and microelectronics software and hardware for U.S. national-security customers, delivering deployable products and applied R&D. Its portfolio spans secure communications, hardware security, and analytics, sold primarily through government contracts. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the company’s customers have included DARPA, the Department of State, U.S. Cyber Command, and the Department of Homeland Security.