Senior Vulnerability Researcher​/Reverser​/Dev Security Clearance

Senior Vulnerability Researcher/Reverser/Dev with Security Clearance

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization.

Our team covers the full life cycle from emulation, reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and CNO/CNE tool development for various operating systems. Positions focus on analyzing a wide range of targets—from major consumer electronics to proprietary systems. Deliverables are expected in short turnaround times. Projects are undertaken in small teams with close coordination with customers.

• Research, reverse engineer, and develop tools for both classified and unclassified software.
• Test, maintain, and modify complex software applications.
• Use source management tools (e.g., GIT) and Atlassian suite for coordination.
• Work with team members on research, reverse engineering, development, testing, and modification tasks.

• TS/SCI clearance required.
• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of engineering experience.
• Vulnerability research experience on public targets.
• Experience with reverse engineering tools (IDA, Ghidra, Binary Ninja).
• Using full system emulation for research and analysis.
• Understanding of network protocols.
• Experience with source management tools.
• Knowledge of assembly language (x86/64, ARM, PPC, MIPS, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of work area from education combined with experience.
• Practical knowledge of project management (preferred).
• Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems.

• Experience with C/C++/Python.
• Capture the Flag (CTF) experience.
• Fuzzer development.
• Understanding of network protocols such as RF communications, BGP, routing protocols.
• Experience with Linux or other OS reversing.

We offer a total rewards package including competitive compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, work/life benefits, career development, recognition programs, parental leave, flexible work schedules, educational assistance, 401k matching, and performance-based bonuses.

The role is onsite.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

West Melbourne, FL
Salary range: $108,700 – $190,200

Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.