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Freelance Cyber Reverse Engineer Jobs in Virginia

STR

Software Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

STR is hiring a Software Reverse Engineer who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. Work must be performed onsite. What you'll do: * Reverse ...

STR

Senior Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

They are hiring a Senior Reverse Engineer to analyze vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems, develop automated tools, and work on offensive cyber solutions. Responsibilities : • Reverse ...

STR

Senior Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

They are hiring a Senior Reverse Engineer to conduct research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems, reverse engineer complex software, and develop automated analysis tools.

STR

Senior Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Reverse Engineer to analyze vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems and develop offensive cyber solutions, working within multi-discipline teams to address complex ...

STR

Principal Software Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

Job Summary : STR is hiring a Principal Software Reverse Engineer who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. This position offers an excellent ...

STR

Principal Software Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$204K - $284K/yr

STR is hiring a Principal Software Reverse Engineer who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. This opportunity will be part of a multidisciplinary team ...

STR

Senior Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA

$134K - $184K/yr

STR is hiring a Senior Reverse Engineer who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. Work must be performed onsite. What you'll do: * Reverse engineering ...

STR

Principal Software Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$204K - $284K/yr

STR is hiring a Principal Software Reverse Engineer who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. This opportunity will be part of a multidisciplinary team ...

STR

Senior Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA

$134K - $184K/yr

Reverse engineering complex software or firmware targets, ranging from typical Windows/Linux ... Working in multi-discipline teams to develop innovative offensive cyber solutions to challenging ...

Nwis

Senior Principal Reverse Engineer

Arlington, VA

$144K - $199K/yr

Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability ... The Subject Matter Expert Hardware Reverse Engineers will provide specialized expertise in hardware ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Cyber Reverse Engineer vs Freelance Malware Analyst?

AspectFreelance Cyber Reverse EngineerFreelance Malware Analyst
CredentialsKnowledge of reverse engineering tools, certifications like GREM or OSCP helpfulUnderstanding of malware behavior, certifications like GREM or GIAC certifications
Work EnvironmentTypically involved in analyzing binary files, reverse engineering softwareFocuses on analyzing malicious code, malware samples, and threat detection
Industry UsageUsed in cybersecurity firms, security teams, and consultingCommon in incident response, threat intelligence, and security research

While both roles require cybersecurity expertise and familiarity with malicious code, Freelance Cyber Reverse Engineers primarily focus on dissecting software to understand its inner workings, whereas Freelance Malware Analysts specialize in analyzing malware samples to identify threats. Both roles often overlap but serve different aspects of cybersecurity analysis.

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Software Reverse Engineer

STR

Arlington, VA • On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

STR is hiring a Software Reverse Engineer who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. Work must be performed onsite.
What you'll do:
  • Reverse engineering complex software or firmware targets, ranging from typical Windows/Linux binaries to embedded firmware running non-traditional computer architectures and operating systems
  • Developing and applying automated reverse engineering and binary analysis tools to characterize protocols, interfaces, and functionality of target systems
  • Developing innovative cybersecurity solutions
  • Working in multi-discipline teams to tackle challenging problems from a wide variety of technologies to develop innovative cybersecurity solutions
  • Performing vulnerability weaponization, exploit development, payload development, and exploit mitigation on a variety of challenging targets
  • Documenting, demonstrating, and presenting research
  • Solving real world problems that have an impact on national security

Who you are:
  • This position requires an Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by the U.S. Government
  • BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • Experience with binary analysis of software/firmware
  • Experience with disassembly tools, such as IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages: C/C++, Python, etc.
  • Proficiency in one or more Assembly Languages: x86, ARM, etc.
  • General understanding of reverse engineering fundamentals: memory layout, calling conventions, etc.

Nice to haves:
  • Vulnerability research and analysis
  • Knowledge of weaponizing discovered vulnerabilities into exploits
  • Implant or software patch development
  • Familiarity with binary emulation or vulnerability research, including tools such as QEMU or AFL++
  • Experience with DSP architectures, such as Texas Instruments, STMicroelectronics, NXP, or Analog Devices.
  • Knowledge of operating system internals including memory/process/thread management
  • Embedded systems or firmware analysis
  • Experience development custom emulation tools to enable dynamic analysis
  • Disassembler/decompiler module development
  • Experience analyzing and reconstructing code/data flow
  • Automated reverse engineering or software analysis tool development
  • Experience debugging software without source code
  • Knowledge of binary file structures and formats
  • Experience analyzing protocols or message structures
  • Knowledge of anti-reverse engineering techniques
  • Knowledge of intrusion detection and anti-malware systems and techniques

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $112,000 - $154,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.

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