Principal Vulnerability Researcher

About us?
Step into a ground-breaking role at the heart of telecoms security innovation. You'll be part of a state-of-the-art research initiative dedicated to protecting critical networks, and staying ahead of emerging cyber threats. This is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to securing the future of telecommunications on a national scale.

The Role:
As a Principal Vulnerability Researcher, you will dive deep into the vulnerabilities of advanced telecoms technologies. This role offers the opportunity to explore the limits of technology, uncover security weaknesses, and design bespoke tools to stay ahead of emerging threats. You'll work closely with engineers, developers, and security testers in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct advanced research into telecoms hardware and software vulnerabilities.
• Develop state-of-the-art security tools to enhance vulnerability testing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize testing protocols and uncover potential threats.
• Contribute to the establishment of a world-leading security research facility.

Key Technologies/skills:

Languages: Python/C/C++/C#/PHP/VB/JavaScript/ASM (x86, x64)

Disassemblers: Ghidra/Snowman/IDA (Free)

Debuggers: GDB/Windbg/X64dbg

Operating Systems: Linux/Windows

Artificial Intelligence: Classification/Clustering/Large Language Models/RabbitMQ

Network Analysis: TCPDump/Wireshark/Semantic

Code Analysis: Joern/CodeQL.

Virtualisation: Xen/Libvirt/Docker

Databases: MySQL/MirandaDB/ElasticSearch/MongoDB/SQLit

About You:
We're looking for individuals who:

• Have a passion for understanding how systems work and uncovering their limits.
• Possess expertise in network protocols, cryptography, operating systems, or reverse engineering.
• Are familiar with vulnerabilities like memory corruption bugs and exploitation techniques.
• Have demonstrated an aptitude for vulnerability research, either professionally or through personal projects.
• Are eligible for DV clearance (or eligible to obtain it).

Why Join Us?
This is your chance to shape the future of telecoms security while enjoying a host of benefits, including:

• Generous Leave: 27 days of paid leave (plus bank holidays).
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme: Match your contributions up to 12%
• Life Assurance: Coverage equal to three times your annual salary.
• Professional Development: Access to funding for training, professional memberships, and postgraduate qualifications.

Ready to Make an Impact?
If this sounds like the right move for you Please reach out to arrange a time to discuss further.