We are looking for a talented and inquisitive Security Research Engineer to join our clients growing team in Hampshire.
Cyber Security Research Engineer
Salary - £45,000 - £85,000 + bonus
Clearance - eDV cleared or eligible to achieve this clearance level
Location - Hampshire - Hybrid working
This is a hands-on technical role for someone who thrives on solving hard problems, enjoys experimentation, and wants to see their research translate into real-world impact.
You'll work across the full research lifecycle, from threat intelligence and vulnerability analysis through to prototyping and delivery, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on challenges that matter.
Role duties
Research emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques in depth
Design and develop novel security tools, solutions, and prototypes
Conduct vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering, and security assessments across a range of platforms
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transition research outputs into real-world capabilities
Contribute to technical reports, whitepapers, and customer-facing deliverables
Stay ahead of the latest security developments and share insights across the wider team
Skills/Experience
Essential
Strong background in cyber security, computer science, or a related technical discipline
Hands-on experience in one or more of: reverse engineering, exploit development, malware analysis, or secure software development
Proficiency in at least one systems or scripting language (e.g. C/C++, Python, or similar)
Solid understanding of operating systems internals, networking, and system architecture
Sharp analytical mindset with a methodical approach to problem-solving
Nice to Have
Experience with embedded systems, mobile platforms, or cloud security
Knowledge of cryptography or secure communications protocols
Familiarity with vulnerability research tooling and frameworks
Previous experience working in a research, R&D, or innovation environment
If you're passionate about cyber security research and want to work on problems at the frontier of the field, we'd love to hear from you.
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