Vulnerability Researcher

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-04-24 Country: United Kingdom Location: Gloucester, South Gloucestershire Position Role Type: Hybrid Raytheon UK’s Cyber Research Group (CRG) is seeking a highly skilled and analytically driven Vulnerability Researcher to support advanced research and development initiatives. As Vulnerability Researcher, you will conduct in-depth technical investigations across hardware and software systems to identify security vulnerabilities, develop bespoke tools, and contribute to the discovery and analysis of emerging threats. This role requires a strong technical foundation, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. You will be based at our Gloucester site, working in a hybrid capacity. You must be eligible and willing to gain SC and enhanced DV clearance. Key Responsibilities: Perform hardware and software teardowns, characterisation, and reverse engineering. Conduct detailed analysis of platforms to identify security weaknesses, bugs, and potential exploits. Examine network protocols and system behaviours to uncover vulnerabilities. Produce clear, structured documentation of findings, methodologies, and recommendation...