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 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 and external attacks.
  • Candidates will collaborate with development and operations teams to promote a 'shift left' security mentality and drive innovation in security processes.

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 and incident response
  • 5+ years Python Go or C/C++ automation
  • Static and Dynamic analysis of malicious binaries
  • Experience with Magnet AXIOM EnCase FTK tools
  • Proficiency in MITRE ATT&CK and Diamond Model

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 Splunk or ELK platforms
  • Sandboxing experience for automated malware analysis
  • Ability to explain technical risks to stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native)
  • 8+ years proven expertise in DFIR and malware analysis
  • 5+ years experience with Python Go or C/C++
  • Expertise in static and dynamic binary analysis
  • Deep experience with forensic suites like EnCase

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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