This position does not offer work visa sponsorship
The Vulnerability Researcher is responsible for analyzing systems, software,
architectures, and strategies to discover impactful, unknown vulnerabilities and
security weaknesses, including those affecting AI/ML systems and AI-enabled
technologies and services. This work proactively identifies classes of
vulnerabilities and exploitation opportunities that inform mitigation strategies
and secure design.
The role involves performing manual source code review, binary analysis,
vulnerability assessments, dynamic testing, threat modeling, and security
architecture review. The researcher conducts ongoing analysis of real-world
adversaries, exploitation methods, and emerging attack surface and offensive
security techniques to guide research priorities. Development of custom tooling
and automation is required to augment manual vulnerability discovery.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducts research to identify highly impactful, unknown vulnerabilities in a
wide variety of applications and technologies, including AI-enabled
applications and services
Performs vulnerability assessments using industry best practices on various
environments, including web applications, APIs, and cloud infrastructure
Develops and manages testing methodologies that adhere to common security
guidelines and NIST standards
Conducts an evaluation of cloud security configurations, identifies prevalent
vulnerabilities in cloud security controls, and improves and maintains cloud
testing standards
Provides detailed reports with proof of vulnerabilities, guidance, and advice
to support customer teams through vulnerability remediation
Develops and communicates comprehensive and accurate reports and
presentations for client stakeholders including technical staff and executive
leadership
Maintains communication with management regarding development within assigned
responsibilities and performs special projects as required
Researches and develops innovative techniques, tools, and methodologies for
vulnerability research and red team activities
Develops leadership-level communications, including management-specific
metrics, white papers, procedures, thought position papers, etc.
This list is not all-inclusive, and you are expected to perform other
cybersecurity-congruent duties as requested or assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
7+ years of professional work experience in the cybersecurity industry with
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a
related field, or equivalent work experience.
Understanding of all phases of adversary emulation operations, including
reconnaissance, social engineering, exploitation, post-exploitation, covert
techniques, lateral movement, and data exfiltration.
Extensive experience in offensive cybersecurity roles, such as red teaming,
penetration testing (e.g., web, infrastructure, cloud), and purple team
exercises across cloud and on-prem environments.
Robust understanding of contemporary security theory, application
exploitation techniques, and attack vectors, including the vulnerability
lifecycle and scanning methodologies (SAST, DAST, IAST, RASP).
Experience developing and managing testing methodologies that adhere to
common security guidelines such as OWASP and frameworks such as NIST 800 or
MITRE ATT&CK.
Solid understanding of computer architecture and organization with respect to
binary analysis and exploitation.
Ability to analyze, create, and debug shellcode and other low-level
exploits.
Experience developing custom security software (offensive or defensive) in
one or more compiled languages.
Demonstrated ability to reverse engineer binaries, enumerate vulnerabilities
in compiled software, and provide working exploits (e.g., CVEs, public
acknowledgements, or the ability to demonstrate on demand).
Familiarity with automated security analysis and fuzzing tools (e.g., AFL and
Peach).
Demonstrated ability to discover vulnerabilities via static analysis and
source code review.
Working understanding of key programming languages and frameworks (e.g.,
Java, Node.js, Python, JSP), including the ability to quickly learn new
languages, understand their security implications, and enumerate
vulnerabilities in custom-developed software packages.
Familiarity with scripting and programming in Python, PowerShell, or C#, with
the ability to create and customize tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical
writing, documentation development, process mapping, and visualization.
Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and
non-technical audiences across various roles and levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to examine
issues strategically and analytically.
Ability to interact effectively with co-workers and external contacts and
work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple simultaneous initiatives and prioritize workload
to meet commitments.
Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency, an adaptive mindset, and a
demonstrated ability to learn quickly.
Base Pay Information
The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta
Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s
assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related
experience, education, certifications, and ability to meet required minimum job
qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work
location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 25. $142,077 - $307,899
Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial
stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond
the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our
life-changing rewards package includes:
Competitive base and incentive pay
401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement;
recognition program
Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet
care assistance
Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
Employee discount program
Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations
This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified
applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment
in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but
not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair
Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring
Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections
Law Article 23-A.
Important Work Authorization Information
Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this
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