Lead Security Researcher

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of vulnerability research and exploitation techniques
• Experience with major CPU architectures and operating systems or platforms
• Ability to reverse engineer software written in both unmanaged and managed languages
• Understanding of common programming languages, vulnerability classes and exploitation methods
• Knowledge of modern exploitation mitigations and approaches for bypassing them
• Ability to research and exploit unfamiliar instruction sets, programming languages and platforms
• Clear written communication skills for documenting and presenting complex technical findings

What the job involves

• A Lead Security Researcher within the Exploit Development Group (EDG) is responsible for conducting high‑impact vulnerability research and exploit development that advances the state of the art in cybersecurity
• The role contributes directly to NCC Group’s reputation as a global authority in security research by delivering original research with deep technical expertise and representing the organization externally through publications, presentations, and industry engagement
• Through both long‑term strategic research and short‑notice tactical support, this role helps protect clients, strengthen NCC Group services and shape the wider security community
• Reporting To: Alexander Plaskett
• Conduct vulnerability research and exploit development across a range of platforms, architectures, and technologies
• Deliver high‑quality vulnerabilities and reliable exploits as part of strategic research programmes
• Provide short‑notice tactical support to consulting, professional, and managed services teams in areas such as reverse engineering and exploit development
• Advance exploit development techniques and contribute to world‑leading security research
• Participate in vulnerability research and exploit development competitions, such as Pwn2Own
• Publish research findings and support their internal and external promotion through articles, whitepapers, presentations, and conference talks
• Act as a subject matter expert within NCC Group, mentoring and supporting colleagues who are developing skills in vulnerability research and exploitation
• Collaborate effectively with multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver research and client outcomes to the highest possible standard

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