Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher, Forensic Analyst

## Overview Tharros combines extensive cyber defense knowledge with the world’s preeminent vulnerability expertise to identify and defend against attacks before they become problems. Working at mission speed, we harden mission systems faster and secure them for longer, so agencies never lose the mission edge. Tharros lifts the veil of enterprise cybersecurity to detect zero days before they affect you, enabling mission maneuverability and the confidence to move missions forward. In the ever-evolving realm of cyberspace, we are dedicated to becoming the paramount defender in the 5th warfighting domain. By pioneering innovative security solutions and fostering an environment of continuous learning and vigilance, we aim to protect the interests of our nation’s security. Our commitment to excellence in cybersecurity will establish new benchmarks, transforming the digital landscape into a secure and thriving frontier for future generations. **Tharros. See Everything. Secure Anything.** *Tharros is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.* ## Description **Tharros** is seeking a **Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher, Forensic Analyst** to conduct digital forensic analysis and incident response in support of NAWCAD Cyber Warfare Division programs at NAS Patuxent River, MD. The CSVR Forensic Analyst applies advanced reverse engineering, malware analysis, and digital forensics techniques to weapons systems and enterprise environments. This position operates within the CWD red team, blue team, and purple team construct, providing forensic depth to vulnerability research and incident investigation across the NAVAIR platform set. - Conduct digital forensic analysis on compromised systems, networks, and media in support of CWD cyber operations - Perform advanced malware analysis, reverse engineering, and binary exploitation in classified environments - Support incident response operations, including evidence collection, preservation, chain of custody, and reporting - Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science, including study of theory, structure, and design of digital and analog components, circuits, networks, and algorithms - Develop forensic tools, techniques, and procedures for weapons systems and embedded platforms - Produce technical forensic reports documenting findings, methodologies, and recommendations - Support red team/blue team/purple team exercises with forensic analysis and post-operation reporting - Collaborate with vulnerability researchers and systems engineers on root cause analysis of discovered vulnerabilities ## Requirements - Active TS, SCI Eligible - DCWF qualification: CSWF Code 211, 213 - 7 years of experience performing digital forensics and incident response work, OR meets military equivalent OJT requirement - Demonstrated experience with forensic tools and methodologies for disk, memory, network, and mobile forensics - Experience with reverse engineering and malware analysis in DoD or IC environment