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 national integrity

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and national integrity.
  • The position demands deep expertise in analyzing malicious binaries, performing root cause analysis on security breaches, and developing countermeasures.
  • Workday offers a culture of curiosity matched with accountability, providing tools to grow alongside a company invested in long-term success.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. federal government contracts requiring strict adherence to security standards and national integrity.

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 accessible and inclusive.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years digital forensics experience
  • 5+ years Python Go C++ automation
  • Static and dynamic binary analysis expertise
  • Forensic suites like Magnet AXIOM EnCase
  • MITRE ATT&CK framework mapping skills

Nice-to-have

  • Reverse engineering with IDA Pro Ghidra
  • Memory and disk forensics reconstruction
  • Advanced detection engineering with YARA rules
  • SIEM mastery in Splunk or ELK platforms
  • Sandboxing pipeline development experience

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • 8+ years DFIR and malware analysis
  • 5+ years scripting in Python Go C++
  • Expertise in PE ELF Mach-O analysis

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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