Sr. Principal Reverse Engineering/Vulnerability Research Engineer

Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation’s interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.

Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.

We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.

Position Summary

As a member of the Security Research team, you will imagine weaknesses in multiple types of systems and then find, demonstrate/document, and exploit those weaknesses. You will be joining a team of mature and extremely competent Security Researchers to breakdown and fully understand how a host of different systems function. You will need to leverage extensive experience performing static and dynamic analysis and must be familiar with multiple classes of vulnerabilities. Additionally, you must be extremely comfortable communicating with team members, technical partners, and non-technical partners alike. The ideal candidate will be comfortable and confident operating at the early phases of a vulnerability research project and have the mettle to see the project through to multiple phases and iterations.

Responsibilities

Perform vulnerability research and reverse engineering for customer tasks

Perform static and dynamic analysis by applying research tools such as disassemblers, debuggers, and fuzzers

Perform exploit development leveraging discovered vulnerabilities

Communicate security research findings internally and, when and where appropriate, externally Mentor fellow security researchers

Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance (note, only US Citizens are eligible for security clearances)

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline and 11 years of professional experience

Experience participating in CTFs, hackathons, or other cyber competitions

Experience with Ghidra, Binary Ninja, IDA or other reverse engineering/disassembler tools

Experience working in Linux fundamentals (understanding sockets, file descriptors, networking, iptables, file systems, kernel, etc.)

Ability to read and write C and assembly languages as needed (ARM, MIPS, x86_64)

Programming fundamentals; particularly with networking, data structures, and data models

Understanding of exploitation techniques such as leveraging arbitrary read-write primitives, shellcoding, and return-oriented programming / jump-oriented programming

Proven track record of exploit creation targeting Android operating systems and Chrome web browsers

Preferred Experience

Currently possess a Top Secret security clearance

OS and kernel reverse engineering

Understanding of fuzzers such as AFL++ or libfuzzer

Understanding of common exploit mitigation mechanisms such as SELinux, Seccomp, ASLR, and CFI.

Strong understanding of dynamic analysis with gdb/gdbserver and similar tools

Basic understanding of processor tool chains and the Android NDK

Understanding of emulation using Qemu or Unicorn for running code in a non-native environment

Experience identifying 0-days and vulnerabilities

Salary Range: $133,000 - $315,000

Pay Range

The posted pay range reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position and is provided to give candidates a general understanding of the compensation opportunity. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the requirements of the position and a variety of job-related factors, which may include geographic location, applicable Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant experience, skills and competencies, education, certifications, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

Because this position may be performed in multiple locations and may be subject to different contract requirements, the salary ultimately offered may vary based on the applicable location and contract. The posted range is not a guarantee of a specific starting salary or an indication that an offer will be made at any particular point within the range.

Total Rewards

In addition to competitive base pay, Clarity provides a Total Rewards package designed to attract and retain exceptional professionals committed to excellence. Our benefits reflect the value we place on skilled individuals who drive our impact in critical digital missions.

At Clarity, a career means joining a high-performing team advancing vital work in the digital landscape. We encourage you to consider the total value of joining us—competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and resources that support your growth and impact.

Our Total Rewards package includes performance-based bonuses, extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, substantial paid time off and holidays, flexible work arrangements where possible, and a range of income protection benefits. We are committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and ability to contribute to essential digital missions.

We are an equal opportunity 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.