Salary: £75,000 - 95,000 per year Requirements: Strong background in cyber security, computer science, or a related discipline Experience with at least one of reverse engineering, exploit development, malware analysis, or secure software development Strong programming skills in C, C++, Python, or similar Solid understanding of operating systems, networks, and system architecture Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving capability Active DV clearance required Responsibilities: Research emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and adversary techniques Design and develop novel security tools, solutions, and prototypes Conduct vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering, and security assessments Collaborate closely with engineers, researchers, and stakeholders Produce technical reports, whitepapers, and customer deliverables Share insights and stay current with cyber security developments Technologies: Python Security More: We are a highly respected technology organisation delivering advanced cyber security and research capabilities into sensitive, high assurance environments. With a long heritage in solving complex technical problems, we invest heavily in innovation, experimentation, and our people. Due to continued growth within our national security programmes, we are looking for a skilled Security Research Engineer to strengthen our research capability. This is an onsite role near Southampton with a salary of up to £95,000 depending on experience, plus a bonus package. We offer comprehensive benefits covering health, wellbeing, savings, and lifestyle, investment in technical development and knowledge sharing, a collaborative and inclusive engineering culture with a strong research focus, and long-term stable programmes with meaningful real-world outcomes. last updated 24 week of 2026