MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented CNO Vulnerability Researcher to join our team in Herndon, VA . In this role, you will support critical national security missions by identifying and analyzing software vulnerabilities, developing innovative solutions, and collaborating with a highly skilled cyber team to advance offensive and defensive capabilities.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Researching and discovering software vulnerabilities across multiple platforms and environments
Reverse engineering software to identify security weaknesses and develop mechanism bypasses
Performing as a team lead on projects when appropriate, providing technical guidance and mentorship
Managing the design, development, documentation, testing, and debugging of user land and kernel software and systemsResearching and maintaining proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and emerging trends in computer network vulnerabilities, static and dynamic program analysis, network security, and encryption
Communicating project status, findings, and risk considerations with leadership and customers
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma and 10+ years of relevant experience
Experience in vulnerability research
Experience in reverse engineering and common security research tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Radare, Binary Ninja, SysInternals, GDB, WinDBG or similar
Experience in Python, C/C++, and Assembly (x86/x64) programming
Experience with CNO capability development
Experience with low-level internals in Windows and Linux
Experience with troubleshooting and debugging
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing or leading teams
Experience developing fuzzers and static analysis tools
Experience with modern security system features
Experience using Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence, Crucible)
Experience applying Agile Scrum methodologiesExperience mentoring junior vulnerability researchers
Clearance Requirements:
Must have a current/active Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to a TS/SCI clearance
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.
