Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher

Job Role: Operational Cyber Vulnerability ResearcherLocation: Gloucester or ManchesterThe Opportunity Join a highly specialised cyber team working at the forefront of National Security, tackling some of the UK's most complex cyber challenges. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced Vulnerability Researchers and Reverse Engineers to work on mission-critical projects across a diverse range of platforms and technologies.Whether your experience comes from industry, security research, bug bounty programmes or Capture The Flag competitions, you'll have access to world-class training, ongoing mentorship and clear career progression while helping deliver capabilities that make a real-world impact.What We Can Offer You as an Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher Dedicated training budget during your first yearAccess to specialist cybersecurity training and industry conferencesClear career progression and ongoing mentorshipThe opportunity to work on challenging projects that support National SecurityFlexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunitiesMinimum 25 days annual leavePrivate medical and dental insuranceCompetitive pension schemeCycle-to-work scheme and additional lifestyle benefitsInclusive and supportive team cultureAdditional leave for Reservist and Cadet Force Adult Volunteer dutiesKey Responsibilities of an Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher Conduct vulnerability research across a variety of operating systems, platforms and technologiesPerform reverse engineering on complex software and systemsInvestigate vulnerabilities and support proof-of-concept exploit developmentDevelop and utilise bespoke tools to support research activitiesWork collaboratively with multidisciplinary technical teamsShare knowledge and mentor junior team membersDeliver technical findings and recommendations to stakeholdersSupport the delivery of solutions aligned to customer and operational requirementsWhat We're Looking For in an Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher Experience in vulnerability research, reverse engineering or exploit developmentFamiliarity with tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, Unicorn and debugging platformsKnowledge of low-level programming and system internalsUnderstanding of the exploit development lifecycleStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to communicate complex technical concepts clearlyExperience across multiple platforms including Android, iOS or similar environmentsA passion for cybersecurity and emerging technologiesExperience gained through professional work, research projects, bug bounty programmes or Capture The Flag competitions is highly valuedApply for This Operational Cyber Vulnerability Researcher Opportunity If you're looking to work on cutting-edge cyber research, solve complex technical challenges and develop specialist expertise while making a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.Please note: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and capable of obtaining enhanced UK security clearance (eDV).TPBN1_UKTJ