Cybersecurity Researcher

Two Six Technologies · Herndon · $89,141–$130,712 (stated in the posting)

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Cybersecurity Researcher to join a mission-driven team focused on network exploitation and security research. This is a hands-on role supporting national security operations through technical analysis, vulnerability discovery, and system defense. You'll work alongside senior engineers and researchers to develop tools, techniques, and insights that shape the future of cyber capabilities.

What You Will Do:

Analyze and characterize network traffic to identify vulnerabilities, anomalies, and adversary behaviors
Support the development of detection techniques and countermeasures for network-based threats
Perform network protocol analysis and reverse engineering of communication systems
Discover and assess unpublished software and network vulnerabilities
Conduct research and develop tools to support full-spectrum cyber operations
Collaborate with technical teams to improve system security and advise on mitigations
Contribute to internal toolsets for traffic analysis, parsing, and vulnerability research
Support code analysis, rapid prototyping, and capability development

What You Will Need:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
Understanding of core networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, routing, etc.)
Familiarity with traffic analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, Zeek, tcpdump)
Programming experience in Python, C, C++, or similar languages
Experience working in Linux/UNIX environments and using command-line tools
Exposure to vulnerability research, protocol analysis, or network security through labs, projects, or prior work
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Clearance Eligible

Nice to Have:

Hands-on experience with protocol analysis or network exploitation
Familiarity with reverse engineering tools and techniques
Experience using static/dynamic code analysis or binary analysis tools
Exposure to container technologies (e.g., Docker)
Understanding of scripting for packet parsing and automation
Strong communication skills for documenting findings and collaborating with technical teams
DoD 8570 certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+), or willingness to obtain

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range

$89,141—$130,712 USD

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