Security Researcher (Remote)

Remote full-time role focused on identifying and analyzing software vulnerabilities in critical systems. The position emphasizes high-impact security research and mitigation strategies, requiring deep technical expertise in vulnerability discovery and exploitation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced vulnerability research and analysis across codebases, APIs, and infrastructure components.
• Develop proof-of-concept exploits to validate identified vulnerabilities and assess their impact.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement security patches and mitigations.
• Stay current with emerging threats, attack vectors, and security trends in the vulnerability landscape.
• Document findings in technical reports and present recommendations to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Go for vulnerability analysis.
• Experience with reverse engineering tools like IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja.
• Knowledge of common vulnerability classes including buffer overflows, race conditions, and logic flaws.
• Familiarity with fuzzing frameworks like AFL, LibFuzzer, or Honggfuzz.
• Understanding of operating systems internals (Linux/Windows) and memory corruption techniques.
• Ability to analyze network protocols and identify security weaknesses in communication systems.
• Experience with static and dynamic analysis tools such as Coverity, Fortify, or Valgrind.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and reporting.

Pay

$400,000 – $800,000 per year

About the Opportunity

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the Technology, Information, and Internet industry, contributing to the development of secure-by-design software systems. The position plays a critical role in shaping the security posture of products used by millions worldwide.