Seeking a Reverse Engineer to support cybersecurity and mission operations by analyzing malicious software, identifying threats, and developing detection and mitigation strategies
This role focuses on reverse engineering binaries, evaluating adversary techniques, and producing actionable intelligence to strengthen system defenses
The ideal candidate has strong experience with malware analysis, assembly code, and threat detection methodologies within complex networked environments
Primary Responsibilities
Analyze and reverse engineer malicious binaries to understand functionality, behavior, and intent
Perform detailed analysis of assembly code to identify vulnerabilities and exploit techniques
Identify and analyze Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
Develop and maintain malware detection signatures using tools such as YARA and SNORT
Conduct threat analysis and risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors
Provide mitigation strategies and remediation recommendations to reduce risk and improve security posture
Apply knowledge of reverse engineering Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to support threat analysis
Support network-based analysis to understand how malware interacts within enterprise environments
Collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams to enhance detection, response, and defensive capabilities
Document findings, methodologies, and recommendations to support knowledge sharing and operational response
Required Qualifications
Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
Master’s Degree with 6 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience, Associate's Degree with 10 years of in-depth relevant experience that is clearly related to the position
Proficiency in reverse engineering and malware analysis
Strong experience analyzing assembly code
Familiarity with IOCs, APTs, and threat intelligence analysis
Experience creating YARA and/or SNORT signatures
Knowledge of computer networking and threat behaviors within networked systems
Experience with reverse engineering TTPs
Ability to identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting incident response or threat hunting operations
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and malware analysis platforms
Experience working in classified or mission-critical environments
Knowledge of emerging threat landscapes and adversary techniques
Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Maryland
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Assembly Languageunmatched
Computer Networksunmatched
Computer Securityunmatched
Full Scope Polygraphunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Huntingunmatched
Incident Responseunmatched
Intelligence Analysisunmatched
Internet Securityunmatched
Life Insuranceunmatched
Malwareunmatched
Malware Analysisunmatched
National Security Agency (NSA)unmatched
Network Performance/Analysisunmatched
Network Securityunmatched
Network Supportunmatched
Operational Auditunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Reverse Engineeringunmatched
Risk Analysisunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Security Analysisunmatched
Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)unmatched
Snortunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Threat and risk analysis (TRA)unmatched
Top Secret Clearanceunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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