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 security standards and US citizenship

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and US citizenship.
  • The position involves responding to security breaches, performing root cause analysis, and developing countermeasures against internal or external attacks.
  • Candidates must collaborate with development and operations teams to promote a shift-left security mentality while ensuring compliance with IS standards.

Matching Summary

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

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 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 experience
  • Automated sandbox environment building
  • Explaining technical risks to stakeholders

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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