Cyber R&D Engineer

About this role

Accenture Federal Services seeks a Cyber R&D Engineer to develop and test cutting-edge software solutions that identify vulnerabilities in adversary systems. You'll conduct vulnerability research, reverse engineer code, integrate vendor tools, and collaborate with mission partners to advance cybersecurity capabilities for the U.S. federal government.

What you'll do

• Develop and optimize algorithms, scripts, and utility software for vulnerability exploitation research
• Identify and analyze vulnerabilities in software, hardware, and firmware; conduct threat modeling and risk assessments
• Evaluate security posture of cyberspace systems including networks, operating systems, and applications
• Integrate and test tools from external vendors; establish continuous integration/deployment mechanisms
• Analyze and reverse engineer source code; research emerging cyber technologies like AI, ML, and IoT
• Generate technical documentation and maintain software lifecycle with customer input on operations and requirements

What they're looking for

• Vulnerability research and proof-of-concept development
• Windows and Linux operating systems administration
• Programming languages: C, C++, Python, Java/Javascript, Bash, Rust, Assembly
• Debugging and reverse engineering tools: GDB, Valgrind, LLDB, IDA Pro, Ghidra
• Threat modeling and risk assessment
• Penetration testing and vulnerability scanning
• Secure coding practices
• Software integration and testing

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment recognized as Glashdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work
• Hands-on experience and professional development opportunities
• Industry certifications and training programs
• Competitive compensation based on location and experience