Feb 21
Top Secret/SCI
Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
IT - Software
Remote/Hybrid•Westlake Village, CA (On-Site/Office)
ACTIVE TS/SCI is required for this position.
MALWARE ANALYST
Join us as a Malware Analyst, where you'll dive into the world of cyber threats, dissect malicious software, and defend systems against ever-evolving digital adversaries.
THE JOB
Analyze and reverse-engineer malware to understand its behavior, propagation methods, and impact.
Develop detection signatures, remediation strategies, and countermeasures for identified threats.
Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate security breaches and provide technical insights.
Use tools like IDA Pro, Ghidra, and Wireshark to analyze code, network traffic, and system interactions.
Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors to stay ahead of cybercriminals.
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of malware analysis reports and documentation.
THE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. (Four years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree; an MS degree may substitute for two years of experience.)
Proficiency in analyzing malware binaries, disassembling code, and scripting for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
Familiarity with Windows, Linux, or macOS internals and their associated threat landscapes.
Experience using dynamic and static malware analysis tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or OllyDbg.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to identify complex malware behaviors.
Knowledge of threat intelligence frameworks and platforms like MITRE ATT&CK or VirusTotal.
Effective communication skills for delivering technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Passion for cybersecurity and a keen interest in staying updated on the latest threats and technologies.
MALWARE ANALYST
Join us as a Malware Analyst, where you'll dive into the world of cyber threats, dissect malicious software, and defend systems against ever-evolving digital adversaries.
THE JOB
Analyze and reverse-engineer malware to understand its behavior, propagation methods, and impact.
Develop detection signatures, remediation strategies, and countermeasures for identified threats.
Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate security breaches and provide technical insights.
Use tools like IDA Pro, Ghidra, and Wireshark to analyze code, network traffic, and system interactions.
Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors to stay ahead of cybercriminals.
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of malware analysis reports and documentation.
THE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. (Four years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree; an MS degree may substitute for two years of experience.)
Proficiency in analyzing malware binaries, disassembling code, and scripting for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
Familiarity with Windows, Linux, or macOS internals and their associated threat landscapes.
Experience using dynamic and static malware analysis tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or OllyDbg.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to identify complex malware behaviors.
Knowledge of threat intelligence frameworks and platforms like MITRE ATT&CK or VirusTotal.
Effective communication skills for delivering technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Passion for cybersecurity and a keen interest in staying updated on the latest threats and technologies.
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