Description

Job Summary

This role supports advanced cybersecurity operations focused on malware analysis and reverse engineering in support of mission-critical systems. The position serves as a senior technical expert, conducting in-depth analysis of malicious software, identifying threat actor techniques, and contributing to cyber assessments through research, reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

 
Key Responsibilities
Perform complex static and dynamic analysis of malicious code, ranging from commodity malware to advanced persistent threat (APT) nation-state malware
Conduct malware analysis and reverse engineering of suspicious or unknown code
Perform deep technical analysis of cyberattack tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Identify malware families, threat actor techniques, and significant code patterns
Automate malware analysis and threat intelligence collection processes
Hunt for novel malware samples, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and actor TTPs across internal and external datasets
Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits to enhance team capabilities
Serve as a senior subject matter expert supporting technical analysis of cyber events
Document and present findings through detailed technical analysis reports
Communicate effectively with technical teams, stakeholders, and external partners
Support peer analysts in report production and dissemination
Contribute cybersecurity expertise to discussions and assessments related to cyber operations
 

Requirements

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
Three or more years of experience in malware analysis and reverse engineering
Experience with malware analysis tools such as debuggers and disassemblers (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra)
Coding or scripting experience using Python, C, JavaScript, and VBScript
Strong understanding of operating systems, processor architectures, and computer networking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
Active Secret security clearance
 
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to collaborate effectively with business stakeholders, technical teams, and third-party vendors
Experience developing both tactical and strategic cybersecurity tools and capabilities
Experience in digital forensics, log analysis, incident response, threat intelligence, and/or security research