Independent Contractor Reverse Engineering Jobs in Ashburn, VA

We are hiring a Senior Cyber Capability Developer (Reverse Engineer) - Software Reverse Engineering to lead and perform complex software reverse engineering efforts in support of the program's digital forensic capabilities. This role will analyze encrypted applications and operating systems, develop custom software tools, and produce technical documentation to support mission-critical customer requirements. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering staff, and independently solve complex reverse engineering challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Lead complex reverse engineering projects involving encrypted applications, operating systems, binaries, and compiled software.
• Disassemble, analyze, and document source code and software behavior across mobile and application platforms.
• Develop custom software tools and capabilities to support reverse engineering and digital forensic operations.
• Apply advanced debugging, binary analysis, and reverse engineering techniques to identify software functionality and data.
• Develop technical documentation detailing analysis methods, findings, tools, and results.
• Mentor junior and mid-level personnel and provide technical guidance on reverse engineering techniques and tools.
• Identify and develop innovative solutions to technical challenges that extend beyond the assigned team's immediate scope.
• Collaborate with engineering and customer stakeholders to communicate technical findings and support mission requirements.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of professional reverse engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience reverse engineering encrypted applications and operating systems.
• Expert-level knowledge of assembly language, including ARM Assembly.
• Strong programming experience with languages such as C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Swift, Objective-C, and/or Python.
• Experience with debuggers and dynamic analysis tools such as GDB and Frida.
• Experience with binary analysis and reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, and JADX.
• Experience analyzing software across mobile and application platforms.
• Experience developing custom tools and software to support reverse engineering and digital forensic capabilities.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, programming, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document and communicate complex technical findings.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor technical personnel and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance.
• Ability to work in McLean, VA; Huntsville, AL; or remotely, as required by the program.

Data Intelligence, DI is an established small business that has supported the critical missions of our government clients since 2005. We provide full life cycle system development, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and supporting analytical and logistics support to C4ISR and other complex systems. We are an equal opportunity employer that offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, a team-oriented environment, and opportunities for advancement. Our excellent employee retention record reflects our employee focus. We work with Veteran organizations to proactively hire those who have served our country. We offer medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, PTO and 11 paid holidays.

Data Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.