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SECURITY RESEARCHER / VULNERABILITY SPECIALIST

Target Labs, Inc
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/28/2025

SECURITY RESEARCHER / VULNERABILITY SPECIALIST

Title : Security Researcher / Vulnerability Specialist

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Targeted Start : 11 / 7 / 2012

Travel Required : Not Required

Overview :

This is a technical leadership position with direct reports and is third party facing. Technical responsibilities include vulnerability research and individual assessments of everything from SCADA systems to mobile applications.

Location : Downtown San Francisco, CA

Responsibilities :

  • Conduct vulnerability research and assessments on various systems.
  • Lead technical teams in security research initiatives.
  • Collaborate with third parties on security-related issues.

Qualifications :

  • Experience in security research and vulnerability analysis (6-8 years).
  • Extensive experience in network protocol analysis, with tools such as Wireshark.
  • Expertise in common security vulnerabilities and the ability to perform :

    • Buffer overflow attacks.

  • Teardrop and packet fragmentation attacks.
  • Experience as a team lead (1-3 years).
  • Security consulting experience preferred (1-3 years).
  • Strong technical understanding of vulnerabilities and exploitation methods on :

    • Microsoft Windows platforms.

  • UNIX platforms.
  • Common networking platforms.
  • Knowledge of vulnerability sources (SANS, US-CERT, commercial vendors).
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to defend analysis.
  • Familiarity with paid intelligence sources (Verizon iDefense, RiskIQ, etc.).
  • Aptitude for working with incomplete data and making sound analytical leaps.
  • Quick learning ability for new technologies and industries.
  • Strong presentation and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in the government or utility industry preferred.

    • Desired Certifications :

  • CISSP certification required (or in progress).
  • General security certifications (such as Certified Ethical Hacker, CEH) preferred.

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