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

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $159,600 - $239,400 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
8+ years digital forensics experience
5+ years python go c++ automation
Static and dynamic binary analysis expertise
This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to federal security mandates and integrity standards

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to federal security mandates and integrity standards.
  • The position demands deep expertise in analyzing malicious binaries, performing root cause analysis on security breaches, and developing custom countermeasures.
  • Candidates must collaborate with development teams to influence security culture while staying ahead of industry trends in advanced threat hunting.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to federal security mandates and integrity standards.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years digital forensics experience
  • 5+ years Python Go C++ automation
  • Static and dynamic binary analysis expertise
  • Forensic suites Magnet AXIOM EnCase FTK
  • Memory forensics Volatility tool mastery
  • MITRE ATT&CK framework proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Reverse engineering IDA Pro Ghidra skills
  • Advanced detection engineering YARA rules
  • SIEM hunting Splunk ELK platforms
  • Automated sandbox environment building
  • Explaining technical risks to stakeholders
  • Shift left security mentality promotion

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • 8+ years DFIR and malware analysis
  • 5+ years scripting in Python Go or C++
  • Expertise in PE ELF Mach-O analysis
  • Proficiency with disassemblers like IDA Pro

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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