Cyber Forensics & Malware Analyst-reverse Engineer (us Federal)

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McLean, VA, USA
Base: $159,600 - $239,400 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
8+ years digital forensics and incident response
5+ years python go or c/c++ automation
Static and dynamic analysis of malicious binaries
This role supports U.S. federal agencies by ensuring security plans align with strict IS standards and responding to breaches

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies by ensuring security plans align with strict IS standards and responding to breaches.
  • Candidates must possess deep expertise in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and developing custom tools using Python or C/C++.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range up to $258,000 USD along with flexible work arrangements requiring 50% time in office.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. federal agencies by ensuring security plans align with strict IS standards and responding to breaches.

Salary

Base: $159,600 - $239,400 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including flexible work options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years digital forensics and incident response
  • 5+ years Python Go or C/C++ automation
  • Static and Dynamic analysis of malicious binaries
  • Experience with forensic suites like EnCase FTK
  • Proficiency in MITRE ATT&CK framework mapping

Nice-to-have

  • Reverse engineering with IDA Pro Ghidra
  • Memory and disk forensics timeline reconstruction
  • Advanced detection engineering with YARA rules
  • SIEM mastery on Splunk or ELK platforms
  • Ability to explain technical risks to stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • 8+ years DFIR and malware analysis experience
  • 5+ years scripting experience in Python Go or C/C++

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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