Lead Vulnerability Researcher

Overview of Opportunity

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 Trusted Electronics & Effects business unit of Two Six Technologies —where you’ll lead vulnerability research across hardware, software, and operational systems. Working side by side with engineers and security researchers, you’ll guide investigations, identify critical vulnerabilities, and develop countermeasures with operational impact. Our fast-growing roster of government customers relies on us to deliver advanced security solutions, and we’re looking for a Lead Vulnerability Researcher to provide technical leadership and mentorship.

This role requires regular on-site support at the Laurel, Maryland customer site.

What you will do

• Lead the identification of vulnerabilities and attacks across hardware, software, personnel, logistics, procedures, and physical security.
• Develop proof of concept (PoC) code for identified vulnerabilities
• Reverse-engineer targeted embedded systems to identify vulnerabilities
• Review source code looking for risks and vulnerabilities
• Analyze the effects of vulnerabilities on mission outcomes and operational effectiveness.
• Compare system attack techniques and propose operationally effective countermeasures
• Produce reports, briefings, and perspectives on actual and potential attacks
• Provide technical leadership on research efforts, prioritizing investigations, reviewing methodologies, and overseeing proof-of-concepts.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and researchers, reviewing technical approaches and fostering skill development.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field and 4 years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience, OR Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience, OR Associate’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience: computer/information systems design/development, programming, information/cyber/network security, reverse-engineering, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, or systems engineering.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and at least one ISA (e.g. x86/ARM/MIPS).
• Proficiency in Linux command-line environments.
• Experience using a decompiler such as IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra.
• Experience using vulnerability research tools such as emulators or fuzzers.
• Experience using a software debugger such as GDB or WinDbg.
• Ability to work on-site at Laurel, Maryland customer site regularly.

Nice If You Have (Preferred)

• Experience translating vulnerabilities into operationally relevant impact assessments and countermeasures.
• Experience producing client-facing technical briefings for operational stakeholders.
• Experience using a hardware debugger.
• Experience with UART, SPI, I2C.
• Experience with common secure communications such as TLS or SSH.
• Familiarity with embedded firmware, RTOS, or networked systems.
• Familiarity with high-side environments.

Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Additionally, please be advised that this business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices.