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Vulnerability Research 2027 Summer Internship

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Vulnerability Research Intern identifies vulnerable code patterns in real-world software using static and dynamic binary analysis, and develops tools to scale research efforts for defense and homeland security customers.

About this role

Research Innovations, Inc. (RII) is breaking through the big, slow, status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally changes and improves the world. We develop cutting-edge software for all levels of the government and military. Using agile development practices and user-centered design, we create innovative software solutions for complex real-world problems.

We are looking for committed Vulnerability Researcher Interns to join our Cyber Security team. You will solve uniquely challenging problems for our Defense and Homeland Security customers. Get s#it done.
This position doesn't require an active US Security clearance but does require the ability and willingness to obtain one.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

  • Using and improving internal tools to identify vulnerable code patterns in real-world software
  • Binary analysis and instrumentation, performing both static and dynamic analysis
  • Software development to scale and prioritize research efforts
  • Technical, challenging work across a variety of technologies - this is not a policy or compliance related position

    • WHAT YOU HAVE DONE

  • Written code in Python and at least one compiled language (preferably C).
  • Built a strong foundation in low-level systems concepts: memory layout, CPU architecture basics (x86/ARM/MIPS), OS internals, or compiler behavior.
  • Experience with vulnerability research, binary analysis, and reverse engineering through coursework and online wargames, CTF competitions, or related platforms
  • Used tools such as IDA, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, or debuggers during academic or practical exercises.
  • Gained familiarity with security fundamentals such as exploit mitigations (ASLR, DEP/NX, stack canaries), cryptographic concepts, and protocol behavior (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS).

    • Skills

    ARMASLRBinary AnalysisBinary NinjaCDebuggersDEP/NXDNSDynamic AnalysisExploit MitigationsGhidraHTTPIDAMIPSPythonReverse EngineeringStack CanariesStatic AnalysisTCP/IPX86

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