Security Researcher

at  HMGCC His Majestys Government Communications Centre

PUTTING YOUR SKILLS TO USE

Using your range of skills within our Security Research Teams, you will:

• Examine and experiment with our products.
• Carry out vulnerability research activities.
• Identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities and demonstrate them using proof of concepts.
• Document your research for sharing with others.
• Liaise with our development teams to secure our products.
• Develop new tools and techniques to help analyse our products.
• Keep track of emerging technologies and assess how they may impact us.
• Make good use of configuration management tools.

YOUR PERSONAL SKILLS

You will be the type of person who:

• Is technically curious and likes to explore the detailed inner workings of a system.
• Feels implicit with uncertainty and doesn’t require knowing the full picture.
• Thinks flexibly and creatively about problems that seem impossible.
• Is willing to persevere with a challenge and approach it in an organised manner.
• Is willing to work with and learn from others.

Benefits

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inclusion & diversity really matters to us. It’s not just about numbers or visible differences.
HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.
We’re not looking for any one type of person. We’re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other’s differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do.
We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website.
Things you need to know

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

Open to UK nationals only.

Now that we’ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here’s what we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service.
• 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave.
• 2 ½ additional days leave (set dates through the year).
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, we believe you should be rewarded for that.
• Training. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a ½ day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it’s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you.
• Pension. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It’s competitive.
• Sports & Social Society. Whether its classis cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you.
• On site nursery (subject to availability).
• 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice.
• Free parking.
• Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day.
• Relocation Package*
• Affinity Groups – whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone