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 experience
5+ years python go c/c++ automation
Static and dynamic binary analysis expertise
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 with 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 stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package described

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years digital forensics experience
  • 5+ years Python Go C/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 pipeline development
  • Explaining technical risks to stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • 8+ years DFIR or malware analysis
  • 5+ years scripting experience
  • Expertise in PE ELF Mach-O analysis

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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