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Posted 23 July, 2026

Operational Cyber Vunerability Researcher

Anson Mccade
City of London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher Locations: Gloucester, Manchester or London (Onsite)Employment Type: Full-time or Part-timeAbout the Role We're seeking experienced Vulnerability Researchers and Reverse Engineers to join a highly specialised cyber team solving technically challenging problems across multiple platforms.Working on mission-critical projects, you'll conduct vulnerability research, reverse engineering and exploit development while collaborating with highly skilled technical specialists. You'll also receive dedicated training and ongoing professional development.Key Responsibilities Perform vulnerability research across a variety of platforms.Conduct reverse engineering of complex software and systems.Develop proof-of-concept exploits where appropriate.Create bespoke research tooling when required.Collaborate with multidisciplinary technical teams.Mentor junior researchers and share technical expertise.Deliver research aligned to customer operational requirements.Skills & Experience You'll ideally have experience in several of the following:Vulnerability research.Reverse engineering.Exploit development.Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions or Bug Bounty programmes.Tools such as: GhidraIDA ProUnicornDebuggersAndroid and/or iOS security research.Low-level programming languages.Strong understanding of the exploit development lifecycle.Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.Passion for solving difficult technical challenges.What You'll Receive Dedicated training budget during your first year.Specialist technical training and conference opportunities.Flexible working arrangements.Minimum 25 days annual leave.Private healthcare and dental cover.Competitive pension.Cycle to Work scheme and additional employee benefits.Ongoing mentoring and structured career progression.Inclusive, collaborative engineering environment.Security Requirements This position requires eligibility to work in the UK and the ability to obtain enhanced UK security clearance.These adverts are based on the uploaded job specifications while removing identifying references to the original employer and branding.TPBN1_UKTJ