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Expert Vulnerability Researcher Android

Company:
LyteForge
Location:
Tysons, VA, 22107
Posted:
June 07, 2025
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Description:

Our organization is a unique software development company based in McLean, Virginia, dedicated to providing top-tier solutions to defend the United States and its businesses.

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Expert Vulnerability Researcher Android who embodies our commitment to excellence and is driven to "do it right." This is a long-term opportunity for serious professionals who meet our stringent requirements and are eager to contribute to our critical mission. Compensation will be commensurate with experience, and we offer significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our best-of-the-best team.

DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and highly motivatedExpert Vulnerability Researcherwith a deep focus on the Android ecosystem. In this critical role, you will be responsible for identifying and analyzing security vulnerabilities within theAndroid OSand related technologies. Your extensive experience invulnerability fuzzing,vulnerability discovery,Javascript/browser fuzzingwithin the Android context, andArm ASMwill be crucial in enhancing the security posture of our solutions and contributing to the defense of national interests.

Day-to-day responsibilities and duties include:

Conduct in-depth security analysis and penetration testing of theAndroid OSand its components, including system services, frameworks, and applications.

Employ advancedvulnerability fuzzingtechniques to identify potential security weaknesses within the Android environment.

Utilize your expert knowledge to perform thoroughvulnerability discoveryacross the Android platform.

Conduct specializedJavascript fuzzingandbrowser fuzzingto uncover vulnerabilities within web-based components and browser engines on Android devices (e.g., WebView).

Perform detailed analysis of software binaries and system-level code usingArm ASM.

Develop and maintain custom tools and scripts to aid in vulnerability research and exploitation on Android.

Document discovered vulnerabilities with clear technical details, including exploitability assessments and potential impact within the Android ecosystem.

Collaborate with development teams to communicate findings and recommend effective remediation strategies specific to Android.

Stay up-to-date with the latest security research, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques related to the Android OS.

Reverse engineer and analyze Android system frameworks, native libraries, and applications to identify potential security flaws.

Present research findings and technical analysis to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Contribute to the team's knowledge base and mentor junior researchers specializing in Android security.

Participate in security assessments and contribute to the overall security strategy of the organization concerning Android-based solutions.

REQUIREMENTS:

ApplicantsMUST

-must be able to qualify and maintain security clearance.

- haveat least3 years of Expert Vulnerability Researcher Android experience and have a good understanding of professional business environments.

- be very friendly and able to calmly handle clients and staff

-be able to carry themselves in a professional manner

- be punctual, responsible, and reliable

- have good written and verbal communication skills (answering the phone and composing emails in a professional manner)

Benefits / Additional Compensation:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k match

Paid Time off

Paternal/Maternal Leave

Job Type:Full-time

Pay:From $145,000 per year excluding bonus and benefits.

Schedule:

The schedule for this position is project driven and can be highly variable depending on project deadlines and the specific needs of the software development teams.

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

Work Location:In person

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume. A cover letter is not required, although a short personal message explaining your work experience as it relates to this listing is extremely helpful.

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