Senior Reverse Engineer

What you’ll do

• Dissect and interpret the inner workings of suspicious files, using both static and dynamic analysis techniques to uncover their true functionality.
• Identify indicators of compromise, document your findings, and provide actionable intelligence that supports the detection and mitigation of malware threats.
• Contribute to strengthening the organization’s security posture by enabling rapid response to emerging threats.
• Identify and neutralize sophisticated threats.

• Bachelor’s degree + 11 years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree + 9 years, OR PhD + 7 years, OR Associate’s degree + 13 years of relevant experience. Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or a similar technology field.
• CISSP, GIAC GREM, or CREA certification is required.
• Experience with tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Olly Dbg and/or Wireshark.
• Experience with sandbox environments, memory analysis utilities and scripting languages such as Python or Power Shell.
• Background in malware reverse engineering, including unpacking obfuscated code and analyzing network behaviors.

• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

• Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance.

Compensation range: $130,200—$265,300 USD (varies by location).

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