ME00590-Reverse Engineer 3

Location
Fort Meade, MD
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$170k – $215k

About this role

Job Summary

  • 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.

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Top Benefits

  • 11 Paid holidays
  • Minimum of 3 weeks PTO
  • Company sponsored group medical plan
  • Company paid dental
  • Vision
  • Life insurance
  • STD/LTD plans