Job DescriptionACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIREDWe are seeking a highly skilled
Reverse Engineering & Malware Analysis Engineer to join our team in supporting critical defense and intelligence customer missions. In this role, you will perform deep-dive static and dynamic analysis on malicious binaries, dissect assembly code, and unravel complex Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs). You will translate adversary intelligence into actionable detection signatures (YARA, SNORT), identify operational risks, and design concrete mitigation strategies across computer networks.
The annual base salary range for this role is $180,000-$213,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.
Required SkillsMalicious Binary & Assembly Analysis: Expert proficiency in static and dynamic analysis of malicious binaries, reverse engineering, and reading/dissecting assembly code (x86, x64, ARM, etc.).
- APT & IOC Analysis: In-depth knowledge of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) campaigns, Indicators of Compromise (IOC) identification, extraction, and threat characterization.
- Malware Detection & Signature Creation: Hands-on experience developing robust malware detection mechanisms and authoring custom detection signatures using YARA and SNORT.
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Proven ability to evaluate complex system/network environments to identify areas of risk and architect actionable mitigation strategies.
- Networking & RE TTPs: Deep understanding of computer networking fundamentals, network protocols, and Reverse Engineering (RE) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, or a related technical discipline, PLUS
7+ years of professional experience in reverse engineering, malware analysis, or vulnerability research OR
Master's Degree in a related field, PLUS
5+ years of specialized technical experience OR
High School Diploma / GED, PLUS
11+ years of relevant hands-on experience in reverse engineering and low-level code analysis in lieu of a degree.
Desired SkillsDisassembly & Decompilation Tools: Mastery of industry-standard tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, x64dbg, or OllyDbg.
Scripting & Automation: Strong scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, C/C++, or Go for developing custom analysis scripts, extractors, and automated triage workflows.
Sandboxing & Behavioral Analysis: Experience setting up, customizing, and analyzing telemetry from isolated analysis environments and dynamic execution sandboxes.
Industry Certifications: Advanced certifications such as GREM (GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware), GCIH, CEH, or CISSP.
