Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
Find and exploit software/hardware zero‑day vulnerabilities via reverse engineering and PoC development.
2 days ago
$108,700 - $190,200
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
West Melbourne, Florida, United States
Hybrid
Company Size
19,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Construction services
Project Management
Technical Services
Design
Architecture
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
National Security
Defense
Cybersecurity
Intelligence
Transportation
Environmental Remediation
Urban Development
Geospatial Solutions
Role
Description
reverse engineering
vulnerability assessment
exploit development
team mentoring
documentation
stakeholder presentation
The Senior Vulnerability Researcher/Reverse Engineer will investigate hardware and software systems to discover and exploit unique vulnerabilities, often referred to as zero‑days. The role involves deep technical analysis, proof‑of‑concept development, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to deliver actionable security insights for government customers.
- Reverse engineer system and software executables using tools such as Ghidra, Binary Ninja, or IDA Pro
- Identify and assess software weaknesses and vulnerabilities
- Develop proof‑of‑concept exploits to demonstrate exploitability
- Mentor and collaborate with fellow vulnerability research and reverse engineering engineers
- Document findings in reports, GitLab, Ghidra databases, and Confluence
- Present technical results to government clients and internal stakeholders
Requirements
bachelor's
8+ years
reverse engineering
ida pro
python
top-secret
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or 2 years experience in lieu of degree)
- 8+ years of relevant experience in vulnerability research and reverse engineering
- Expertise in reverse engineering across x86/64, ARM, MIPS, RISC‑V, and other architectures
- Proficiency with disassemblers (IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, Ghidra) and mitigation bypass techniques (DEP, ASLR, ROP)
- Ability to research operating systems and applications to evaluate design and implementation flaws
- Experience modeling in‑memory compiled behavior and scripting in Python or similar language
- Strong C/C++ development background
- Active Top‑Secret security clearance
- Knowledge of modern exploitation techniques, tools, and methodologies
- Experience with hypervisor security research
- Malware analysis capabilities
- Ability to analyze network protocols across all OSI layers
- Development experience for embedded and IoT systems
Benefits
Parsons offers a career where people can thrive, work with exceptional colleagues, and be themselves. Guided by leadership values of people, agility, and growth, the company fosters an innovative culture that empowers employees to reach their full potential. The organization encourages employees to imagine possibilities and redefine what’s possible.
Parsons provides a competitive salary range of $108,700 to $190,200 and is committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds. Employees benefit from extensive growth opportunities, a supportive culture, and resources that prioritize wellbeing and career development.
- Salary range $108,700‑$190,200
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1944 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.
$6 Billion Annual
Revenue Figure
The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.
Free Space Shuttle Move
Notable Achievement
The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.
- Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
- It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
- Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
- Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
- The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.
Culture + Values
- Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
- Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
- Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
- Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
- Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.
100% Renewable
Electricity Sourcing by 2028
A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.
90% Reduction
Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045
Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.
Net-Zero Goal
GHG Emissions by 2045
Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.
- Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
- Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
- Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.
Inclusion & Diversity
34% increase
Diversity Representation
The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.
33% increase
Women in Leadership
Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.
50% diverse
Executive Leadership
The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.
100% score
Human Rights Campaign Index
The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.
- Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
- Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
- Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.