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Webster & Webster Associates lists this Senior Security Researcher opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
An innovative technology company is seeking a Senior Security Researcher. In this role, you will lead advanced security research initiatives focusing on hardware and software integrity. You will collaborate with other elite engineers to identify firmware‑based vulnerabilities, analyze zero‑day vectors, and help build defensive countermeasures for mission‑critical infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge threat intelligence and protection mechanisms for global systems while working in a collaborative and technically sophisticated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and mentor research teams through complex security analysis cycles to ensure high‑impact project delivery.
Perform deep‑dive static and dynamic analysis to identify novel flaws in hardware‑interfacing software and firmware.
Design sophisticated proofs‑of‑concept and exploits to validate security gaps, demonstrating risks like privilege escalation or unauthorized code execution.
Architect and implement robust security solutions designed to detect and thwart advanced persistent threats in real‑time.
Engineer custom software frameworks to automate vulnerability discovery and code auditing within low‑level codebases.
Navigate ambiguous technical challenges to advance the state of the art in system‑wide security architectures.
Provide expert security reporting and occasional travel to support on‑site project milestones and hardware analysis.
Communicate highly technical research findings to internal stakeholders and external partners through detailed documentation.
Participate in hands‑on hardware testing and research execution requiring physical presence at our specialized facilities.
Core Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of professional experience in vulnerability research, software, or hardware reverse engineering.
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python for low‑level development and exploit tooling.
Expertise in assembly languages such as ARM, MIPS, or x86.
Experience with advanced binary analysis tools like IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja.
Curiosity and high self‑initiative in a research‑heavy environment.
Ability to lead, mentor, and guide junior researchers.
Familiarity with firmware security, cryptography, and hardware‑software interfaces such as I2C, UART, SPI.
Active security clearance preferred or the ability to obtain one.
If you are a results‑driven professional who thrives on the challenge of identifying vulnerabilities and is ready to take full ownership of mission‑critical security research, we want to hear from you.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
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