Vulnerability Researcher - DV Cleared

Vulnerability Researcher - National Security - Enhanced DV/UKIC Clearance

Salary: £70,000 - £95,000 + package

Location: Gloucester (Hybrid, ~2 days/week on-site)

Clearance: Must hold Enhanced DV/UKIC Clearance

About the Role

We're looking for a hands-on Vulnerability Researcher to investigate emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities. You'll work across hardware and software, developing prototypes, conducting side-channel analysis, and uncovering security weaknesses that support national security operations.

This role offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, shape research initiatives, and deliver actionable insights in a high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Tear down and reverse-engineer hardware for analysis.
• Extract and recover data from Flash memory (NAND, eMMC, SPI).
• Perform side-channel attacks (timing, voltage glitching, power analysis).
• Build rapid hardware/software prototypes to test new concepts.
• Analyse system and network behavior for potential vulnerabilities.
• Document and communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

• Hardware prototyping, PCB design, and Microcontroller programming.
• Flash memory data extraction.
• Advanced soldering, desoldering, and use of logic analysers/oscilloscopes.
• Programming experience in C, C++, or Python.
• Strong Linux knowledge (CLI, system configuration).
• Analytical, methodical problem-solving approach.
• Must hold Enhanced DV/UKIC Clearance

Nice-to-Haves: Reverse engineering (IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja), Embedded software development, RF/SDR experience, network engineering exposure, vulnerability research.

Benefits

• Hybrid/Remote Work Pattern - 1-2 days on-site per week
• 37-hour workweek with early finish Fridays
• 25 days holiday + public holidays (with buy/sell/rollover options)
• Pension scheme up to 10.5% contribution
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Life assurance 6x salary, Health Cashplan, Dental, Cycle to Work
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies

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