Linux Reverse Engineer / Vulnerability Researcher

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions • Sterling, VA

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About The Position

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Nightwing is seeking a highly skilled Linux Reverse Engineer / Vulnerability Researcher (VRER) to support advanced research, development, and exploitation efforts against native Linux applications. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in low-level software analysis, vulnerability discovery, and exploit development across multiple architectures. All technical personnel must meet baseline technical requirements and demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills in complex Linux environments.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed