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 Government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and processes

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and processes.
  • The team focuses on operational high-impact work that modernizes employee lifecycle experiences for federal agencies.
  • Candidates will collaborate across development and operations teams to implement a 'shift left' security mentality.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Base: $159,600 - $239,400 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package described as linked

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 x64dbg
  • Memory and disk forensics timeline reconstruction
  • Advanced detection engineering with YARA Snort Sigma
  • SIEM mastery for large-scale platform hunting
  • Strong communication for non-technical stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • 8+ years DFIR experience
  • 5+ years scripting experience
  • Expertise in malware reverse engineering

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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