NCC Group

Global cyber security and resilience provider

Embedded Vulnerability Researcher

Offensive Security & TestingUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeCheltenham, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

High-level National Security clearance is required.
Proven experience in mobile research activities is required.
Experience with reverse engineering across x86, ARM, PowerPC, and MIPS is required.
Proficiency with debugging tools including GDB, x64dbg, r2, WinDbg, and Frida, and disassemblers including IDA and Ghidra is required.
Experience with mobile research and fuzzing is required.
Proficiency in C programming and scripting with Python or Perl is required.
Knowledge of networking protocols is required.
Knowledge of applied cryptography and mathematics is required.
Experience with source code review and applied security research is required.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on mobile phone operating systems and embedded systems.
Use reverse engineering skills to solve technical challenges.
Develop proof-of-concept solutions.
Create high-quality technical reports.
Share knowledge and mentor team members.

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The opportunity

Our National Security Business Unit is growing, and we’re seeking Embedded Vulnerability Researchers to join our team. Whether you're an experienced researcher or ready to build on your skills, we offer a variety of exciting opportunities.

You’ll work alongside a team of experts on projects ranging from short-term tactical challenges to long-term research engagements. The role is based out of our Cheltenham office with the possibility of a hybrid working approach.

With dedicated lab facilities, regular team and research events, and a focus on training and development, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

As an Embedded Vulnerability Researcher, you’ll work on long-term, deep-dive research projects for our esteemed clients, solving complex security challenges and delivering innovative solutions.

Conducting research on mobile phone operating systems and embedded systems.
Using reverse engineering skills to solve technical challenges.
Developing proof-of-concept solutions.
Creating high-quality technical reports.
Sharing knowledge and mentoring team members.

Essential Skills:

High-level National Security clearance.
Proven experience in mobile research activities.
Reverse Engineering (x86/ARM/PowerPC/MIPS).
Proficiency with Debugging tools (GDB/x64dbg/r2/windbg/frida) and Disassemblers (IDA/Ghidra).
Experience with mobile research and fuzzing.
C Programming and scripting (Python/Perl).
Networking protocol knowledge.
Applied cryptography and mathematics.
Source code review and applied security research.

Technology:

Mobile devices (Android and iOS).
Embedded systems.
Linux and Windows.

About the Company

NCC Group

Global cyber security and resilience provider

NCC Group provides cyber security and resilience services to organizations and governments around the world. It helps protect digital systems by offering a range of capabilities such as security testing, risk assessment, and resilience planning, backed by a global team of experts and supported by technology-enabled tools. The company’s approach combines human expertise with technical solutions to identify vulnerabilities, assess risk, and implement concrete steps to improve security and continuity. What sets NCC Group apart is its large, worldwide team and its emphasis on practical, end-to-end cyber resilience—working with clients from assessment through to implementation and ongoing assurance. The goal is to create a more secure digital future by helping customers manage cyber risk, reduce threats, and maintain business continuity at scale.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Manchester, United Kingdom
Founded: 1999

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