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 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 modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations with secure infrastructure

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations with secure infrastructure.
  • The position requires expertise in reverse engineering, malware analysis, and developing custom tools using Python, Go, or C/C++.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach combining in-person and remote time while providing competitive compensation and stock grants.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations with secure infrastructure.

Salary

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

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 Magnet AXIOM
  • Proficiency in MITRE ATT&CK and Diamond Model

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication with non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to drive product technology innovation
  • Collaboration with multi-functional development teams
  • Shift left security mentality promotion

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native)
  • 8+ years proven expertise in DFIR and malware analysis
  • Reverse engineering proficiency with IDA Pro or Ghidra

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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