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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.\nJob Summary:\nNightwing 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.\nCODEX (Cyber Offense and Defense Experts) division brings together an elite team of mission-focused industry experts who are well known for their ability to overcome the most advanced technical challenges. The team comprises engineers of multiple disciplines including vulnerability research, reverse engineering, CNO/CNE development, hardware emulation, system engineering, and data analytics. Our engineers do more than just work with cutting-edge technology-they ensure the missions succeed for the customers! CODEX offices span the nation and offer its engineers the ability to advance their careers through mentorship, training, and an expansive technical portfolio that covers every side of cyber. If you want to be part of a collaborative team that supports challenging, meaningful work that is vital to our national security, apply today!\nJob Description:\nUse advanced systems to find zero-day (O-day) vulnerabilities. Responsible for analyzing, designing, and identifying programmatic behaviors. Have an opportunity to develop, test, and debug software applications. Research data and provide new design ideas for vulnerability techniques. Understands terminologies like debugging and fuzzing and applying it into your work.\nKey Responsibilities:\nExtraction of SW and FW from embedded electronic platforms and systems.\nUse of program analysis, reverse engineering, and debugging tools (e.g., angr, BAP, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, gdb, Ghidra, windbg)\nDocument and communicate approach and results effectively to internal teams, customers, and stakeholders.\nEngage in field tests using specially modified platforms for real-world validation of findings.\nRequired Qualifications:\nTypically requires a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field at 10 years of practical experience in a technology-related environment\nWe require you to have a solid understanding of software development and knowledge in any of the following: C, C++, or Python\nKnowledge of Windows or Linux\nKnowledge of Assembly (x86/x64)\nActive Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMaster’s Degree Computer Science, Physics, or related STEM field.\nExpertise in HW/SW Reverse Engineering, Binary Analysis, and disassemblers.\nUtilizing full system emulation for research and analysis\nEmbedded system analysis and HW/SW/FW integration\nCapture the Flag (CTF) experience\nFuzzer development\nUnderstanding of network protocols and embedded serial communication links (UART, USB, SPI, ETH, PCIe)\nCommercial and open source forensic analysis tools\nExperience creating custom forensic analysis tools\nWork Location:\nMelbourne Florida\nAdditional Information:\nWe are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performing workforce capable of solving the nation’s most complex problems.\nSecurity Clearance:\nThis position requires an active Top Secret Clearance.\nAt Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.\nThank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.\nNightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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