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 an experienced Security Product Reverse Engineer (RE) to support advanced security research and development efforts. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and low-level system analysis across modern operating systems and security products. This is a contract role requiring hands-on technical excellence and proven experience working with complex security technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Perform reverse engineering of security products to identify vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and design flaws
Conduct in-depth source code analysis and comprehensive code audits
Develop, test, and debug tooling and exploits in C, C++, and Python
Analyze binaries and firmware using industry-standard reverse engineering tools
Conduct vulnerability research (VR) on operating system internals and security mechanisms
Support development and testing of Computer Network Exploits (CNEs) against commercial and embedded security products
Document findings clearly and communicate technical results to stakeholders
Required Qualifications
Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance
Minimum 3 years of experience developing, testing, and debugging software in C, C++, and Python
Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience using IDA Pro and/or Ghidra for reverse engineering
Minimum 3 years of experience performing source code analysis and code auditing
At least 3 years of hands-on Vulnerability Research (VR) experience in one or more of the following environments:
Windows internals
Linux kernel
macOS (OS X) internals
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience developing and testing CNEs against at least one of the following security product families:
Personal Security Products
Security Appliances
Embedded Operating System security solutions
Preferred Skills
Strong understanding of operating system internals and memory management
Experience with obfuscation, anti-debugging, and anti-reverse engineering techniques
Familiarity with exploit mitigations and bypass strategies
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.
Salary & Benefits
The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.
Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.