Malware Reverse Engineer, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton • Annapolis Junction, MD

95d • $86,900 - $198,000

About The Position

As a Malware Analyst, you know that identification, evaluation, and documentation of malware play key roles in the CNO life cycle. We're looking for someone like you to flex your problem-solving prowess in a rapidly evolving systems security research and trend identification of malicious software targeting our nation's most critical networks. You'll evaluate and analyze complex malicious code using tools, including disassemblers, debuggers, hex editors, un-packers, virtual machines, and network sniffers. You'll provide the findings in a technical report with details of the malware, identification parameters, advanced capabilities, and mitigation strategies. You'll perform research in malicious software, vulnerabilities, and exploitation tactics. You'll lead the development of prototype application software or systems to demonstrate the capability or exploitation of a vulnerability.

Requirements

• Experience with malware reverse engineering using static and dynamic analysis tools.
• Experience with the identification and classification of malware families.
• Knowledge of operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Mac.
• Ability to write clear and concise malware reports.
• Ability to reverse engineer binaries of various types.
• Ability to analyze shellcode, packed and obfuscated code.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience with malware analysis and reporting, or 6+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field.
• GREM Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze complex malicious code using various tools.
• Provide findings in a technical report detailing malware characteristics and mitigation strategies.
• Perform research in malicious software, vulnerabilities, and exploitation tactics.
• Lead the development of prototype application software or systems.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees