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Invicti · 1 day ago

Senior Security Researcher

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Invicti is an application security leader protecting over 3,500 organizations worldwide through their DAST-first Application Security Platform. The Senior Security Researcher will lead advanced vulnerability research, oversee security feature development, and mentor junior team members.

Cyber SecurityData IntegrationData ManagementInformation TechnologySoftware

Responsibilities

Investigate emerging threats (e.g., zero-days, logic flaws) and publish internal advisories

Maintain and expand the DAST testbed with updated test cases for vulnerabilities

Perform security-focused code reviews in languages like C#, Python, or JavaScript

Lead pre-release reviews and sign-offs for security features

Resolve complex customer-reported issues related to security checks

Train junior researchers on tools, methodologies, and security concepts

Qualification

Web SecurityExploit DevelopmentServer-side FrameworksScripting SkillsCloud SecurityCertifications CISSPCertifications OSCECertifications GIACHTTP/HTTPS KnowledgeCode ReviewsMentorship

Required

5+ years of experience in web security, including exploit development

Expertise in server-side frameworks (e.g., Java, PHP, .NET) and REST APIs

Advanced scripting skills for automation and PoC development

Deep knowledge of HTTP/HTTPS, authentication mechanisms, and encryption

Preferred

Published research at conferences (e.g., Black Hat, DEF CON)

Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure) and containerization

Certifications like CISSP, OSCE, or GIAC GWEB

Benefits

Health Insurance: Taking care of our team goes beyond the office. We cover 100% of employee health care, vision, and dental premium costs. For dependents, we contribute 75% of the healthcare and 50% vision/dental premium cost, so you can be sure that you and your family are in the best possible health. Coverage is effective on your first day.

Employee Assistance Program: Emotional Support Counseling services - 24/7 Life Coaching, Dependent Care, Elder Care, Financial & Legal Support, Wellness Coaching, New Parent Support, and more

Parental Leave: 16-week paid leave for birthing parent recovery, 4-week paid leave for non-birthing/bonding parent

401(k) Savings Plan:50% up to 6% company match with 100% annual cliff vesting

Hybrid Flexible Schedules

Discretionary Time Off: Enjoy a flexible vacation schedule where you do not have to wait to use time off until it is accrued

Quarterly Thrive-Wellness Days: One extra vacation day per quarter, where the entire company takes a break from normal, daily activities to refresh and rejuvenate

VolunteerTime Off: 5 days of paid time off each year to participate in the volunteer activities of your choice