Principal Vulnerability Researcher

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This is an exciting opportunity to support advanced research and development initiatives, conducting in-depth technical investigations across hardware and software systems to identify security vulnerabilities, develop bespoke tools, and contribute to the discovery and analysis of emerging threats. The ideal candidate will combine a strong technical foundation with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Perform hardware and software teardowns, characterisation, and reverse engineering. Conduct detailed analysis of platforms to identify security weaknesses, bugs, and potential exploits. Examine network protocols and system behaviours to uncover vulnerabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technical solutions and research outcomes. Produce clear, structured documentation of findings, methodologies, and recommendations for both internal and external stakeholders. Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and technical briefings. Essential Skills and Experience Proficiency in at least one programming language (C, C++, Python). Familiarity with assembly language (reading or writing). Experience in reverse engineering using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja. Strong knowledge of Linux-based systems, including command-line tools and system configuration. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with a methodical and inquisitive approach to technical challenges. Solid understanding of network protocols. Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and domains. Proven track record of identifying, analysing, and reporting vulnerabilities in complex systems. Desirable Experience Experience using or developing fuzzers. Practical experience emulating hardware platforms with QEMU or similar tools to support security research and analysis. Embedded software development for platforms such as ARM Cortex, AVR, or MIPS. Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) systems and Software Defined Radios (SDRs), including 2G/4G/5G technologies and tools such as GNU Radio, Osmocom, srsRAN, or USRP. Network engineering experience (professional or home lab). Hardware development and prototyping, including PCB design and microcontroller programming. Benefits Competitive salary with annual bonus and market leading pension Lifa assurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Extensive softer and flexi-benefits Apply Frontier Resourcing Ltd Other Manufacturing 18 Jobs Similar Principal Vulnerability Researcher Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Technical Manager Yolk Recruitment Limited Tewkesbury (GL20), GL20 £48000.00 - £54000.00 per annum 2 weeks ago SENIOR CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGER (X2) Seymour John Public Services (Midlands) Limited Gloucester, Gloucestershire From £58,230 to £65,729 per annum 1 week ago Procurement & Contracts Manager Get Recruited (UK) Ltd Gloucester, Gloucestershire £45000.00 - £48000.00 per annum + Excellent Benefits 2 days ago Experienced/ Principal - Associate level Landscape Architect Morson Edge Marle Hill, Cheltenham (GL50), GL50 3QQ £35k - 55k per year 2 weeks ago Estimator (Electrical / Construction Background) Anderson Recruitment Gloucester (GL3) Up to £35,000 per annum 6 days ago Head of Capital Projects Seymour John Public Services (Midlands) Limited Gloucester, Gloucestershire From £79,504 to £91,609 per annum 1 month ago R&D Project Manager TQR Gloucester, Gloucestershire £52,000 per annum 1 month ago Technical Surveyor - Heat Pumps ACCELERATED PEOPLE MANAGEMENT LTD Gloucester, Gloucestershire £45000 - £50000 per annum 3 weeks ago Project Engineer Omega Resource Group Gloucester, Gloucestershire £60k per year 1 month ago Thermal Runaway expert IO Associates Kensington Park, Bristol (BS4) Market related 1 day ago Principal Vulnerability Researcher jobs Principal Vulnerability Researcher jobs in Gloucester IT jobs IT jobs in Gloucester Security jobs Security jobs in Gloucester Jobs in Gloucester Full Time jobs Weekend jobs Retail jobs Amazon Warehouse Operative jobs Christmas jobs Night Shift jobs NHS jobs Apprenticeship jobs Warehouse jobs Cleaning jobs No Experience jobs Remote jobs Admin jobs Administration jobs Apprenticeships jobs Tesco jobs Get hired. 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