Vulnerability Researcher
Key Role:
Provide network security research to identify and exploit unknown vulnerabilities in code to support our cyber business. Create custom fuzzing software to enumerate and differentiate our delivery. Provide cyber and SIGINT exploitation of large-scale networks and the data riding on them to uncover unknown and emerging adversary capabilities leveraging expertise in exploitation. Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts and contribute to the development of new principles and concepts. Work on unusually complex problems and provide highly innovative solutions. Operate with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision and mentor or supervise employees in technical competencies.
Basic Qualifications:
4+ years of experience with software development, including reading and writing C/C++ and x86/x86_64 assembly languages
3+ years of experience performing vulnerability research or network vulnerability assessments to discover vulnerabilities in modern software
Experience with Windows internals, to include system architectures, data structures, processes, and security model
Experience performing dynamic and static binary analysis using debuggers, dissemblers, and decompilers
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
HS diploma or GED
Nice If You Have:
Experience performing Exploit Development and Network Analysis
Experience creating, developing, or modifying large software solutions as part of a team
Ability to create custom fuzzing harnesses to support vulnerability research efforts
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $96,600.00 to $220,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
