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

Workday

McLean, Virginia, United States
Base: $159,600 - $239,400 usd (mclean); base: $144...
Fully remote
8+ years digital forensics experience
5+ years python go c/c++ automation
Static dynamic binary analysis expertise
This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and citizen status

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and citizen status.
  • The position involves responding to security breaches, performing root cause analysis, and developing countermeasures against internal or external attacks.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach combining in-person collaboration with remote freedom while investing in long-term employee growth.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and citizen status.

Salary

Base: $159,600 - $239,400 USD (McLean); Base: $144,400 - $258,000 USD (Additional locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Reverse engineering IDA Pro Ghidra skills
  • Advanced detection engineering YARA rules
  • SIEM hunting Splunk ELK platforms
  • Automated sandbox environment maintenance
  • Complex technical communication to stakeholders

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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