Nightwing · 1 hour ago
Linux Reverse Engineer / Vulnerability Researcher
Sterling, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNightwing is a leading provider of advanced cyber and intelligence mission support services. They are seeking a highly skilled Linux Reverse Engineer / Vulnerability Researcher to support research, development, and exploitation efforts against native Linux applications, focusing on vulnerability discovery and exploit development.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform reverse engineering of native Linux applications to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses
Develop, test, and debug software components and proof-of-concept exploits
Conduct vulnerability research and exploitation activities targeting Linux binaries
Analyze compiled code and system behavior across multiple architectures
Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to support research and operational objectives
Produce clear technical documentation and reports detailing findings and methodologies
Qualification
Required
Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance
Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience developing, testing, and debugging software in: C, C++, Python
Demonstrated experience with: Reverse Engineering (RE), Vulnerability Research (VR), Exploitation of native Linux applications
Strong understanding of Linux internals, system calls, memory management, and debugging tools
Experience analyzing compiled binaries and low-level system behavior
Preferred
Exploitation and reverse engineering experience on ARM and MIPS architectures
Familiarity with common exploitation techniques (e.g., memory corruption, privilege escalation)
Experience with tools such as GDB, IDA Pro, Ghidra, radare2, or similar
Knowledge of secure coding practices and vulnerability mitigation techniques
Company
Nightwing
We are the intelligence services company that continually redefines the edge of the possible to keep advancing our national security interests.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase