Vulnerability Researcher

KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT PTY

Beavercreek, OH, USA
$99,200 - $130,000 py
On-site
Embedded systems and firmware research
Fuzzing workflow development
Crash triage and root-cause analysis
KBR is seeking a Vulnerability Researcher in Beavercreek, OH, to conduct vulnerability research on embedded systems and firmware. The role requires hands-on experience with fuzzing, crash triage, and reverse engineering, alongside the ability to collaborate with a team focused on national security

Job Summary

  • KBR is seeking a Vulnerability Researcher to support vulnerability discovery and validation efforts against embedded systems and firmware.
  • In this role, you will focus on hands‑on vulnerability research, including building emulation‑backed test environments, developing fuzzing workflows, performing crash triage and root‑cause analysis, and assisting with proof‑of‑concept exploit development in a controlled lab setting.
  • The Vulnerability Researcher works closely with reverse engineers and senior vulnerability researchers to deliver reproducible findings and high‑quality technical documentation for government customers.

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KBR is seeking a Vulnerability Researcher in Beavercreek, OH, to conduct vulnerability research on embedded systems and firmware. The role requires hands-on experience with fuzzing, crash triage, and reverse engineering, alongside the ability to collaborate with a team focused on national security.

Salary

$99,200 - $130,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • embedded systems and firmware research
  • fuzzing workflow development
  • crash triage and root-cause analysis
  • proof-of-concept exploit development
  • reverse engineering firmware
  • C/C++, Python, and assembly proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • symbolic execution analysis
  • hardware-focused vulnerability research
  • embedded security testing

Key Requirements

  • Active U.S. government Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related
  • 4–9 years of experience in vulnerability research, reverse engineering, or exploit development
  • Experience with embedded emulation environments
  • Experience with coverage-guided fuzzing

Work Rights

Must have active U.S. government Secret security clearance

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