Hybrid Software Reverse Engineer

Future Opportunity

Not a current vacancy. If you apply, this could be a multi‑year process.

Vienna, VA

This is a forensic software development and reverse engineering position combined into one! The candidate will primarily conduct software reverse‑engineering activities using a combination of static and dynamic tools, and provide support in application development, scripting, debugging, and value‑added software development expertise to a digital forensic lab. Additionally, the candidate will maintain existing software and develop new software to customer specifications.

Regardless of whether you are applying to a software developer or reverse engineer position, if your application is approved, you will be tested on both skill areas. At this time, the majority of open positions require aptitude in both domains.

• Must be a US Citizen willing to be sponsored for a US government security clearance.
• Must have a Bachelors degree in one of the following:
  Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics.
• Must have ability to read and understand assembly code (x86 and x64).
• Must have proficiency in one of the following: C, C++, C#, Java, or Python.
• Must be familiar with both high‑level (e.g., Java) and low‑level (e.g., C/C++ or Assembly) programming languages.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills that enable effective collaboration in a team environment.

• Experience in computer engineering or a related field with in‑depth knowledge of software reverse engineering and/or software development.
• Experience using static analysis tools such as IDA Pro and dynamic analysis tools including debuggers.
• Proficiency in development for IDA Pro.
• Experience with reversing ARM.
• Proficiency in Android/Linux OS internals.
• Familiarity with EnCase, FTK, or other forensic software tools.
• SANS certifications.
• Experience with malware analysis.

• Mission focused work environment.
• Subsidized medical/dental/vision insurance.
• HSA contributions.
• 401(k) matching.
• Holiday and paid time off (PTO).
• Monthly WAN parties and quarterly events.
• Flexible hours.

Remote work is not an option. We do offer relocation assistance.

The hourly rate of pay ranges from $43.27 to $96.15. The salary range is subject to the hire's skills, education, expertise, and years of experience, as well as features such as location, clearance required, and the contract associated with the position. For a general description of benefits, visit

As a federal contractor, Cipher Tech will require that you meet vaccination requirements as mandated by federal, state, and local law.

We are hiring for a position that requires a U.S. Government security clearance. If you are not already cleared, we can sponsor, but the process may take multiple years. The government will not issue clearances to recent users of illegal drugs. You must acknowledge no engagement with illegal drug use in the past twelve months. Cipher Tech will not discriminate against qualified applicants with a disability, including those who have sought treatment for a drug problem.

Cipher Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All hiring and employment decisions are made on the basis of business requirements, performance, and merit with no regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, or other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.