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CNO Developers and Vulnerability Researchers (TS/SCI + Poly)

$145k - $300k

Task Force Talent

Job Description

Job Description

Task Force Talent is recruiting vulnerability researchers and software vulnerability analysts for a government contractor client. Senior, lead, and principal vulnerability research roles carry sign-on bonuses. Openings are in Laurel, Maryland.

Salary range: $145K to $300K, depending on experience level.

Full-time, in-office (usually in a SCIF).

U.S. citizens with an active TS/SCI with full-scope polygraph only. We cannot sponsor clearances or visas.

The work
  • Reverse engineer software, firmware, and embedded systems.
  • Find and analyze vulnerabilities and develop tools for computer network operations.
  • Analyze malware and write technical reports.
  • Further details will be provided to qualified applicants.

Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI with full-scope polygraph.
  • Experience in C, C++, Python, and assembly.
  • Experience with IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja.
  • Knowledge of operating system internals, embedded systems, or network protocols.
  • Senior and lead roles typically require 8 or more years of experience.

Interview process

The process starts with a phone screen with Task Force Talent, followed by technical interviews with the client. Contingent offers are usually made within one to two weeks.

About Task Force Talent

We recruit science, engineering, security, and business professionals, from entry level to executive, for leading companies.

Our clients range from early-stage ventures to the Fortune 500, including government contractors.

We are an established source of candidates for positions that require a U.S. security clearance.

You can browse all our current jobs at taskforcetalent.com/careers.

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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