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Reverse Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$221K - $299K/yr

Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Arm Assembly, C/C++, Java (Programming Language), Python Software Development, Reverse Engineering Software Certifications: None Experience ...

$160K - $200K/yr

Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works ... Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware ...

Reverse Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$94K - $198K/yr

Job Title: Reverse Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance ... Direct experience working with DoD customer on defensive cyber. * Direct experience supporting DoD ...

Reverse Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

Visionist software developers perform reverse engineering and low-level development to identify ... nation's cyber infrastructure & providing expertise in malware analysis, attribution, mapping ...

Reverse Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

Visionist software developers perform reverse engineering and low-level development to identify ... nation's cyber infrastructure & providing expertise in malware analysis, attribution, mapping ...

Reverse Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

Visionist software developers perform reverse engineering and low-level development to identify ... nation's cyber infrastructure & providing expertise in malware analysis, attribution, mapping ...

They are seeking a Software Reverse Engineer to analyze vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems and develop innovative cybersecurity solutions. Responsibilities : • Reverse engineering complex ...

Reverse Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$133K - $264K/yr

... Cyber Planners, Intrusion Analysts, Protocol Analysts, Signals Analysts and Reverse Engineers ... responsible for improving, protecting, and defending our Nation's Security. We are looking for a ...

Software Reverse Engineer

Woburn, MA · 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 ...

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 ...

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, focusing on reverse engineering and developing innovative cyber solutions.

They are seeking a Software Reverse Engineer to analyze vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems and develop innovative cybersecurity solutions. Responsibilities : • Reverse engineering complex ...

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How much do freelance cyber reverse engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance cyber reverse engineer in the United States is $134,615.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $124,500.00 and $140,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Infographic showing various Freelance Cyber Reverse Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,615 per year, or $64.7 per hour.
Reverse Engineer

Reverse Engineer

GDIT

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

$221K - $299K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


General Dynamics Information Technology rating

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Arm Assembly, C/C++, Java (Programming Language), Python Software Development, Reverse Engineering Software

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

REVERSE ENGINEER
Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Reverse Engineer at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Reverse Engineer, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission creating exciting and novel mission solutions in cyber related technologies andproducts.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Reverse Engineer must have:
Education: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related technical degree
Experience: 12+ years of related experience
Technical skills: Experience programming in Assembly, C, C#, C++, Java, Perl, or Python
Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/Poly
US citizenship required
Role requirements:

  • In-depth kernel-level programming

  • Computer forensics

  • Experience with software version control tools (e.g., Subversion and CVS)

  • Provide/author and participate in technical presentations on assigned projects


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.

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The likely salary range for this position is $221,000 - $299,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

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