Reverse Engineering/Vulnerability Research Engineer
US$106,000 / yr base salary
Posted 6 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Senior Reverse Engineering/Vulnerability Research Engineer ”
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- Expected experience
- 4+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$106,000 / yr |
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Field of studyComputer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation’s interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.
Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.
We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.
Security Researcher
Clarity Innovations****Discipline: Reverse Engineering / Vulnerability Research
Location: Rome, NY
Clearance: TS/SCI
Company Overview
Clarity Innovations equips customers with the technology, expertise, and support needed to conduct successful cyber operations. We bring together talented engineers, researchers, and operators to solve some of the U.S. Government’s most challenging technical problems. Our teams combine technical excellence, creativity, and collaboration to deliver capabilities that advance customer missions.
Role
Clarity Innovations is seeking a Security Researcher to lead complex vulnerability research and reverse engineering efforts. In this role, you will investigate how systems function, identify security weaknesses, and develop capabilities that demonstrate their impact within customer-authorized research activities.
You will provide technical leadership throughout the research lifecycle—from initial exploration and research planning through vulnerability discovery, exploitation, documentation, and delivery. Working alongside experienced security researchers, you will apply advanced static and dynamic analysis techniques across diverse architectures and operating environments.
The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, sound research judgment, the ability to guide teams through ambiguous problems, and troubleshoot basic networking issues. Success requires clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to developing fellow researchers.