Principal Cybersecurity Researcher

Posted on 8/7/2023

INACTIVE

501-1,000 employees

Develops cybersecurity and data science solutions for global safety

Company Overview

Two Six Technologies is a leader in the tech industry, known for its commitment to solving complex global challenges through private R&D and technical expertise in various fields such as cyber, information operations, and data science. The company fosters a culture of collaboration and trust, enabling its team to create impactful products that enhance global safety and are trusted by high-profile customers like DARPA and U.S. Cyber Command. With a focus on rapid development and real-world application, Two Six Technologies offers a dynamic work environment for those passionate about making a significant difference on a global scale.

Data & Analytics

Cybersecurity

AI & Machine Learning

Aerospace

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$35M

Founded

2021

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 15%

1 year growth

↑ 33%

2 year growth

↑ 67%

Locations

Arlington, VA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Linux/Unix

Python

CategoriesNew

IT & Security

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience with programming/scripting languages (e.g., Go, C, Rust, Python) and Linux
Minimum of 5 years experience executing cybersecurity principles and a strong interest in learning more
Experience with static analysis or software reverse engineering
Experience performing network traffic analysis of standard and custom networking protocols
Experience leading a small technical team of engineers and/or researchers
An active Top Secret or higher DoD or IC security clearance
Must be willing to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
Experience building or securing embedded devices and other digital systems
Experience with dynamic analysis, fuzzing techniques, and debugging
Experience with Binary Ninja or Ghidra API
Experience in a client-facing technical role
Experience with embedded binary reverse engineering (ARM, RTOS, etc.)
Bachelor's (or higher) degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

Responsibilities

Take on complex technical problems for which there is often no known answer
Provide technical leadership and direction on multiple ongoing projects, and interface directly with clients/key stakeholders to present findings and gather design constraints
Leading and managing a team of employees, including setting goals and objectives, developing strategies, and assigning tasks

Two Six Technologies is looking to add a Principal Cybersecurity Researcher to our team in Arlington, Virginia. This role is technical at its core – you will develop new capabilities in hardware, firmware, and software reverse engineering, bring practical expertise in network analysis, and will find security vulnerabilities in complicated systems of systems.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable with ambiguity and forging your own path; our small team setting will provide you the opportunity for outsized impact. While you will receive extensive training, mentorship, and coaching, you must be comfortable executing against goals independently since there’s no playbook for our innovative research work.

Responsibilities Include:

Take on complex technical problems for which there is often no known answer
Provide technical leadership and direction on multiple ongoing projects, and interface directly with clients/key stakeholders to present findings and gather design constraints
Leading and managing a team of employees, including setting goals and objectives, developing strategies, and assigning tasks

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of experience with programming/scripting languages (e.g., Go, C, Rust, Python) and Linux
Minimum of 5 years experience executing cybersecurity principles and a strong interest in learning more
Experience with static analysis or software reverse engineering
Experience performing network traffic analysis of standard and custom networking protocols
Experience leading a small technical team of engineers and/or researchers
An active Top Secret or higher DoD or IC security clearance
Must be willing to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Nice if you have:

Experience building or securing embedded devices and other digital systems
Experience with dynamic analysis, fuzzing techniques, and debugging
Experience with Binary Ninja or Ghidra API
Experience in a client-facing technical role
Experience with embedded binary reverse engineering (ARM, RTOS, etc.)
Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

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Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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