Principal Reverse Engineering/Vulnerability Research Engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Reverse Engineering/Vulnerability Research Engineer based in the United States.

Join a mission-driven Security Research team working on complex cybersecurity challenges supporting national security and critical digital operations. In this principal-level role, you will uncover vulnerabilities across diverse systems through advanced reverse engineering and security analysis. You’ll turn discoveries into actionable findings, proof-of-concept exploits, and operational capabilities. The position combines deep technical research with tool development, project leadership, and mentorship. You’ll collaborate with experienced researchers and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is an opportunity to drive research from initial investigation through execution and delivery while helping advance security capabilities in a challenging environment.

Accountabilities:

• Conduct vulnerability research and reverse engineering in support of customer requirements and research objectives.

• Perform advanced static and dynamic analysis using disassemblers, debuggers, emulators, tracers, fuzzers, and related tools.

• Develop reliable proof-of-concept demonstrations and operational exploit capabilities based on discovered vulnerabilities.

• Research and develop techniques to bypass modern exploit mitigations and security mechanisms.

• Build internal tools, automation, and research infrastructure to improve vulnerability discovery and analysis workflows.

• Perform root-cause analysis and document vulnerabilities, technical findings, and potential impacts.

• Communicate research outcomes effectively to internal and external stakeholders, adapting explanations to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Mentor security researchers and lead small to medium-sized teams throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, kickoff, execution, and delivery.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in reverse engineering and static and dynamic analysis.

• Strong familiarity with multiple vulnerability classes and exploitation techniques.

• Proficiency with security analysis tools, including disassemblers, debuggers, fuzzers, emulators, and related technologies.

• Demonstrated ability to develop proof-of-concept exploits for identified vulnerabilities.

• Experience researching and bypassing modern security mechanisms and exploit mitigations.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

• Experience leading vulnerability research projects and managing small to medium-sized teams.

• Ability to independently initiate, plan, and advance research projects through completion.

• Location: United States; the position is described as remote.

• Compensation: National salary range of $145,900–$248,000 USD. Actual compensation may vary based on location, applicable government contract labor categories and wage rates, experience, skills, education, certifications, and role scope. The posted range does not guarantee a specific offer.

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonuses.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Substantial paid time off and paid holidays.

• Flexible work arrangements where possible.

• Income protection benefits.

• Resources supporting professional growth, well-being, and career development.

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive total rewards package.

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