Principal Vulnerability Researcher (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Principal Vulnerability Researcher (Cybersecurity): Finding zero-day vulnerabilities and analyzing programmatic behaviors to enhance cyber defense and resiliency with an accent on reverse engineering and debugging. Focus on developing new vulnerability techniques, solving complex programmatic challenges, and ensuring the integrity of critical systems.

Location: Onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. Must be a US citizen with TS/SCI CI polygraph security clearance.

Salary: $99,000–$206,000

Company

hirify.global provides advanced cyber, data operations, and intelligence mission support services to the U.S. government and commercial markets.

What you will do

• Identify zero-day (0-day) vulnerabilities using advanced systems.
• Analyze, design, and identify programmatic behaviors in software.
• Develop, test, and debug software applications.
• Research data and provide new design ideas for vulnerability techniques.
• Apply debugging and fuzzing methodologies to identify system weaknesses.

Requirements

• Current TS/SCI with CI polygraph security clearance and US citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10 years of practical experience in a technology-related environment.
• Strong proficiency in C, C++, or Python.
• Experience with program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, gdb, windbg).
• Knowledge of Windows or Linux and Assembly (x86/x64).

Nice to have

• Deep understanding of OS Internals.
• Experience with exploit development and platforms like Hack The Box.
• Understanding of network protocols and ability to read/write socket code.
• Knowledge of exploit mitigations such as DEP and ASLR.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., OSCP, OSCE, CISSP).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays.
• Access to career development and recognition programs.
• Collaborative environment focused on mission-impactful initiatives.