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Security Researcher (Mobile focused)

KamisPro
Springfield, VA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026

We are seeking a highly skilled Mobile Vulnerability Researcher / Exploitation Engineer to support mission-critical initiatives for our law enforcement and intelligence partners.


This is a long-term contract (with benefits) that is hybrid to Springfield, VA. An active Top-Secret (TS) with SCI eligibility is required.


This role sits within a fast-paced R&D environment focused on discovering, analyzing, and operationalizing vulnerabilities in mobile platforms. You will work on cutting-edge challenges involving mobile operating systems, applications, and low-level system behavior to develop advanced exploitation capabilities.


What You’ll Do

  • Conduct offensive cyber operations (CNE) focused on mobile devices and applications
  • Research and develop exploitation techniques across iOS, Android, and macOS platforms
  • Identify and analyze vulnerabilities to enable access to target systems
  • Perform deep reverse engineering of mobile applications, firmware, and OS components
  • Analyze closed-source software using industry-standard tooling
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and deploy advanced capabilities


What You Bring

  • 3 years of experience in offensive cybersecurity (CNE/CNO or similar)
  • Strong experience assessing the security of iOS, macOS, and/or Android environments
  • Hands-on expertise with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, JEB, or Hopper
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages: C, C , Python, Swift, Rust, or Assembly
  • Demonstrated experience exploiting mobile devices, applications, or operating systems
  • Active Top-Secret clearance with willingness to obtain SCI and CI Polygraph


Nice to Have

  • Experience with kernel-level exploitation or sandbox escapes
  • Familiarity with mobile security mitigations (ASLR, DEP, sandboxing)
  • Background supporting intelligence or law enforcement missions
  • Contributions to security research, CVEs, or public tooling


Why Join Us

  • Work on high-impact, mission-driven problems
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and research environments
  • Collaborate with elite engineers and researchers in offensive cyber
  • Direct contribution to national security missions

Salary : $120,000 - $130,000

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