Job description

Position Summary: Federal Data Systems is seeking Vulnerability Researchers to provide engineering and vulnerability research results related to hardware components, software applications, and operating systems. There are multiple levels for this position.

Essential Job Functions:

Level 1:

• Actively debug software and troubleshoot issues with software crashes and programmatic flow.
• Ability to develop proof-of-concept exploits against research targets, prototypes, and hands-on demonstrations of vulnerability analysis results.
• Provide/author and participate in technical presentations on assigned projects.

Level 2: In addition to level 1 Functions

• Ability to perform source code analysis in an effort to discover software flaws, and provide/author documentation on the impact and severity of the flaw
• Lead reverse engineering and vulnerability research of hardware components, software applications, and operating systems to determine functionality, code structure, and circuit design.

Level 3: In addition to level 1 & 2 Functions

• Lead efforts to debug software and troubleshoot issues with software crashes & programmatic flow.
• Ability to develop robust capabilities (advancements beyond initial proof-of-concept such as version coverage, decreased failure rate, handling edge cases, etc.) against vulnerabilities.
• Edit/Approve and participate in technical presentations on assigned projects.
• Subject Matter Expert and Leader of at least one technology area responsible for reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly.

Level 1:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field, or minimum two (2) years' experience in computer science, information systems, or network engineering.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience programming in Assembly, C, C#, C++, Perl, or Python.
• Minimum two (2) years demonstrated experience in either hardware or software reverse engineering.

Level 2:

• Meets all qualifications of a CNO Vulnerability Researcher/Analyst I, but has the following increased experience and skill levels.
• Minimum four (4) years' experience programming in Assembly, C, C#, C++, Perl, or Python for a production environment.
• Minimum of five (5) years contiguous experience in computer science, information systems, or network engineering; or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field plus minimum three (3) years contiguous experience.
• Minimum four (4) years demonstrated experience in either hardware or software reverse engineering.

Level 3:

• Meets all qualifications of a CNO Vulnerability Researcher/Analyst II, but has the following increased experience and skill levels.
• Proven results from participation in vulnerability discovery efforts within the last twelve (12) months.
• Demonstrated ability to discover multiple previously unknown vulnerabilities (0-day) across multiple versions of similar technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to discover vulnerabilities.

Working Conditions: Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are normally set from Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, however some extended or weekend hours may be required. Additional details on the precise hours will be informed to the candidate from the Program Manager/Hiring Manager.

Physical Requirements:

May be required to lift and carry items weighting up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday.

Background Screening/Check/Investigation:

Successful Completion of a Background Screening/Check/Investigation will be required as a condition of hire.

Benefits:

Federal Data Systems, LLC offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include, not all inclusive – Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.

Other:

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Federal Data Systems, LLC (FEDDATA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

All positions require that individuals be fully vaccinated. Reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1.00 - $2.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Signing bonus

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Annapolis Junction, MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• C, C#, C++, Perl, or Python: 2 years (Required)
• hardware or software reverse engineering: 2 years (Required)
• computer science, information systems, or network eng: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (Required)

Work Location: In person

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