? Principal Vulnerability Researcher Hybrid – 3 days a week in the Gloucester office or customer sites.
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Role Overview Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and cybersecurity sector, is seeking a highly skilled and analytically driven Vulnerability Researcher to join its Cyber Research Group.
This is an exciting opportunity to support advanced research and development initiatives, conducting in-depth technical investigations across hardware and software systems to identify security vulnerabilities, develop bespoke tools, and contribute to the discovery and analysis of emerging threats.
The ideal candidate will combine a strong technical foundation with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities Perform hardware and software teardowns, characterisation, and reverse engineering.
Conduct detailed analysis of platforms to identify security weaknesses, bugs, and potential exploits.
Examine network protocols and system behaviours to uncover vulnerabilities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technical solutions and research outcomes.
Produce clear, structured documentation of findings, methodologies, and recommendations for both internal and external stakeholders.
Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and technical briefings.
Essential Skills and Experience Proficiency in at least one programming language (C, C++, Python).
Familiarity with assembly language (reading or writing).
Experience in reverse engineering using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja.
Strong knowledge of Linux-based systems, including command-line tools and system configuration.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with a methodical and inquisitive approach to technical challenges.
Solid understanding of network protocols.
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and domains.
Proven track record of identifying, analysing, and reporting vulnerabilities in complex systems.
Desirable Experience Experience using or developing fuzzers.
Practical experience emulating hardware platforms with QEMU or similar tools to support security research and analysis.
Embedded software development for platforms such as ARM Cortex, AVR, or MIPS.
Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) systems and Software Defined Radios (SDRs), including 2G/4G/5G technologies and tools such as GNU Radio, Osmocom, srsRAN, or USRP.
Network engineering experience (professional or home lab). xgikmsk
Hardware development and prototyping, including PCB design and microcontroller programming.
Benefits Competitive salary with annual bonus and market leading pension Lifa assurance 25 days holiday bank holidays Extensive softer and flexi-benefits
Principal Vulnerability Researcher employer: Frontier Resourcing Ltd
Frontier Resourcing is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the energy and infrastructure sectors. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages growth, all while working in the picturesque locations of West Kilbride or Chester, which provide a perfect balance of work and leisure.
