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Vulnerability Researcher Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Senior Security Engineer II

$114K - $156K/yr

... Vulnerability Management, Asset Management, and Access Management domains across the organization ... Research, recommend, and assist in the implementation of modern security technologies and solutions ...

$175K - $200K/yr

Research, evaluate, and apply emerging technologies to improve cloud architectures, security, and ... vulnerability and image scanning, and integration with third-party tools like Sysdig Falco, Calico ...

OR · On-site

$180K - $225K/yr

Distributed computing and related vulnerability experience. * Running a Security Champions program ... Security conference talks or published research. Compensation * The estimated pay range for this ...

Conduct vulnerability triage: handle internal and external vulnerability reports, and more ... Experience using AI and LLMs in security research * Experience with threat modeling Benefits

Company Overview Absco Solutions is the premier facility vulnerability expert in the fire life ... Gain in-depth understanding of customer security master planning needs and research best product ...

Company Overview Absco Solutions is the premier facility vulnerability expert in the fire life ... Gain in-depth understanding of customer security master planning needs and research best product ...

OR · On-site

Vendor Coordination and Relations * Conduct product and vendor research, and present ... Knowledge of Vulnerability Management systems and processes * Knowledge of Security Incident and ...

... and R&D pipelines. * Improved executive visibility into cyber risk with actionable, business ... Oversee threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response with a focus on ...

OR · On-site

You work autonomously, balancing research with fast-paced delivery, and collaborating closely with ... Integrate security tooling (SIEM, CSPM, DAST/SAST, vulnerability scanners) with LLM layers to ...

... and R&D pipelines. * Improved executive visibility into cyber risk with actionable, business ... Oversee threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response with a focus on ...

OR · On-site

You work autonomously, balancing research with fast-paced delivery, and collaborating closely with ... Integrate security tooling (SIEM, CSPM, DAST/SAST, vulnerability scanners) with LLM layers to ...

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How much do vulnerability researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for vulnerability researcher in Oregon is $119,581.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,800.00 and $162,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vulnerability researcher?

A Vulnerability Researcher is a cybersecurity professional who identifies, analyzes, and reports security flaws in software, hardware, and networks. They use reverse engineering, fuzzing, and static analysis techniques to discover vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. Their work helps improve security by collaborating with developers and security teams to implement patches and mitigations. Often, they contribute to responsible disclosure programs or work for organizations focused on threat intelligence and cybersecurity defense.

What does a vulnerability researcher do?

A typical day for a Vulnerability Researcher involves researching the latest security vulnerabilities, analyzing software or hardware for potential weaknesses, and developing proof-of-concept exploits or mitigation techniques. You may spend time reviewing code, using reverse engineering or fuzzing tools, and documenting your findings for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaboration with security teams, software engineers, and sometimes external vendors is common to ensure vulnerabilities are addressed properly. The work is dynamic, often requiring you to stay updated on emerging threats and continuously refine your research skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vulnerability researcher?

To thrive as a Vulnerability Researcher, you need a strong background in computer science, proficiency in programming languages like Python or C/C++, and an in-depth understanding of operating systems and networking. Familiarity with penetration testing tools (such as Metasploit or Burp Suite), reverse engineering software, and certifications like OSCP or CEH are commonly sought after. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving and communication skills distinguish top performers in this field. These abilities are crucial for identifying and analyzing security weaknesses, communicating findings effectively, and helping organizations proactively manage cybersecurity risks.

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Infographic showing various Vulnerability Researcher job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $119,581 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Senior Climate Resilience Engineer / Planner

Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc.

Portland, OR • On-site

$103K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

We are Herrera
Envision yourself at a growing, employee-owned company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best performance while making a difference in the world.
We are Herrera, a science, planning, and design consulting firm dedicated to working with clients to develop holistic solutions that provide social and environmental benefit. We protect the environment every day by providing a diverse range of consulting services to cities, counties, state and federal agencies, Tribes, non-profits, and private clients throughout Washington, Oregon, California, Montana, Wyoming, Alaska, and western Canada.
For over 40 years, Herrera has cultivated a collaborative, caring, and values-driven culture that empowers our employee-owners to achieve excellence while ensuring we have fun along the way. By providing our employee-owners with the autonomy to pursue their professional interests and through encouraging them to grow, we benefit from high employee-owner retention that contributes to our longstanding partnerships with clients.
Our Values
  • Treat everyone with respect and dignity, always.
  • Insist on integrity, objectivity, and social and environmental ethics in our work.
  • Act as stewards of the environment upon which we depend.
  • Research and outreach, learn and teach.
  • Employee owners, employee leaders.

Your Opportunity
Are you passionate about helping communities and organizations prepare for climate change and build long term resilience? Do you enjoy working across disciplines to develop innovative, practical solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges? Then this role is for you!
As a Climate Resilience Engineer or Planner, you will join a collaborative team of engineers, planners, scientists, landscape architects, restoration specialists, geospatial analysts, and designers working to advance climate adaptation and resilience initiatives across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. This role supports a wide variety of meaningful projects related to climate vulnerability assessment, adaptation planning, watershed resilience, stormwater management, ecological restoration, and sustainable community development.
In this role we will count on you to:
  • Lead or support climate adaptation and resilience planning efforts
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analyses, and adaptation planning
  • Collaborate with stormwater, restoration, sustainable development, and geospatial teams
  • Support proposals, project scoping, and business development efforts
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, agency partners, and collaborators
  • Grow companywide climate-related work and support strategic initiatives
  • Manage projects, budgets, and schedules

Minimum Qualifications
Education, Experience, & Licensure/Certifications
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering; environmental science; or a related field
  • 8 or more years of professional experience leading or supporting climate resilience and adaptation planning, hazard mitigation, and related work
  • Expertise applying this expertise on projects related to environmental planning, watershed health (including green infrastructure/nature-based solutions), shoreline health, infrastructure protection, and/or related efforts
  • Experience managing interdisciplinary projects and coordinating with technical teams and clients
  • Experience developing scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables
  • Experience in client management and proactive business development
  • Valid driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Experience with climate risk assessment frameworks, resilience metrics, or adaptation planning tools
  • Strong collaboration and relationship building skills across disciplines, sectors, and communities
  • Systems thinking and implementation planning skills with the ability to connect technical analysis to actionable outcomes
  • Proven ability to serve as a project manager and successfully deliver projects
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam for document review, coordination, and collaboration
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within fast paced interdisciplinary teams
  • A passion for developing equitable, sustainable, and resilient solutions for communities and ecosystems

Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree engineering, planning, environmental science or related field
  • Experience working with public sector clients, Tribes, utilities, or community-based organizations
  • Familiarity with Pacific Northwest watersheds, regulatory requirements, and climate resilience challenges
  • Experience with grant writing, funding strategy, or implementation planning
  • Professional licensure or certifications relevant to the role (e.g., PE, CFM, PMP)
  • Proficiency in ArcGIS and hydraulic modeling software (including SWMM, MGSFlood, and/or WWHM)
Other specific training and professional organization affiliations should be noted in the applicant's resume and/or cover letter.
We are proud to support our employee-owners by offering the following compensation and benefits:
  • This position is salaried and exempt from overtime; the annual salary ranges by level are:
    • Engineer IV: $112,600 - $151,700
    • Engineer V: $132,100 - $171,300
    • Planner IV: $97,900 - $137,000
    • Planner V: $127,200 - $166,300
  • Flexible hybrid work culture
  • Medical/prescription drug/dental/vision insurance for employees and dependents; employees covered at no cost on base plan with buy-up options available; company contribution for dependents
  • Section 125 flexible benefits plans - healthcare and dependent care
  • Company-paid life insurance for employees; option to purchase additional life insurance for employees and dependents at employees' expense
  • Company-paid long term disability insurance for employees; option to purchase short-term disability insurance at employees' expense
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we are 100% employee owned!
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation, accrued bi-weekly, equivalent to 15 days per year for a 40 hour/week employee and prorated for employees working 24-39 hours/week
  • Paid sick leave, accrued bi-weekly, equivalent to 10 days per year for a 40-hour/week employee and prorated for employees working 24-39 hours per week
  • Flexible paid holidays (10)
  • Paid volunteer time (8 hours annually)
  • Company-paid annual membership dues for one professional organization
  • Professional development / continuing education allowance
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Transit benefit

To learn more, please visit our website at:www.herrerainc.com
We Are Committed to Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At Herrera, we celebrate our differences as much as our similarities. We know the best outcomes come from interdisciplinary, diverse, and inclusive teams. Our values are ever-present in the people, culture, and work we do, they are not just a few sentences on our website. We treat people with respect and act with integrity and objectivity. Our employment decisions are based on knowledge, skills, and abilities, and have nothing to do with your race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, medical history, reproductive health decisions, political ideology, veteran status, or physical appearance. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, we encourage women, minorities, veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for our open positions. We are also a member of E-Verify. To learn more about E-Verify, read the E-Verify Notice and the Right to Work Notice.