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Internship Malware Reverse Engineer Jobs in Washington, DC

In this role, you will analyze, dissect, and reverse-engineer malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs) to uncover their functionality and impact. You will identify vulnerabilities and exploits ...

Experience with malware reverse engineering is required and expertise with Ghidra and/or IDA Pro is helpful. The Reverse Engineer shall possess the following capabilities: * Perform technical ...

Jr Malware Engineer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$86K - $138K/yr

As a Junior Malware Reverse Engineer , you'll work handson with malicious binaries, support active cyber operations, and contribute to defensive strategies that protect critical government systems.

Senior Malware Engineer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$135K - $216K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is currently hiring a Senior Malware Reverse Engineer for its' Federal Strategic Cyber programs. Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid 50/50) Overview: The Federal Strategic Cyber ...

Senior Malware Engineer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$135K - $216K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is currently hiring a Senior Malware Reverse Engineer for its' Federal Strategic Cyber programs. Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid 50/50) Overview: The Federal Strategic Cyber ...

Jr Malware Engineer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$86K - $138K/yr

As a Junior Malware Reverse Engineer , you'll work handson with malicious binaries, support active cyber operations, and contribute to defensive strategies that protect critical government systems.

You enjoy working on emerging and complex malware analysis and reverse engineering problems. * You have an analytical mindset and deep curiosity about how software works. * You have the ability to ...

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Reverse Engineer, Level 4

Reverse Engineer, Level 4

Independent Software, Inc.

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:
Independent Software, Inc. is focused on supporting mission-critical national security operations, and they are seeking a Reverse Engineer Level 4. In this role, you will analyze malicious software, uncover adversary techniques, and develop defensive strategies to protect critical systems and data.
Responsibilities:
• Perform advanced static and dynamic analysis of malicious binaries and software artifacts
• Analyze assembly code to understand malware functionality and behavior
• Identify indicators of compromise (IOCs), callbacks, and adversary techniques
• Bypass obfuscation and anti-analysis mechanisms to uncover hidden behaviors
• Develop and implement detection signatures (e.g., YARA, SNORT) and mitigation strategies
• Correlate malware activity with APT behaviors, infrastructure, and TTPs
• Support malware detection and response efforts through technical analysis and reporting
• Provide actionable intelligence and recommendations to mitigate cyber risks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support target analysis and mission objectives
• Apply computer networking knowledge to analyze communication patterns and threat activity
Qualifications:
Required:
• Proficiency in reverse engineering malicious binaries, including static analysis of assembly code
• Experience working with malware analysis, APT activity, and threat detection techniques
• Strong understanding of computer networking concepts and protocols
• Experience with C/C++ and/or other low-level programming languages
• Experience developing detection signatures and mitigation strategies
• Ability to identify areas of risk and recommend effective mitigation approaches
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university and eleven (11) years of relevant experience; OR
• Master’s degree in a related discipline and nine (9) years of relevant experience; OR
• Doctoral degree in a related discipline and seven (7) years of relevant experience
• An Associate’s degree and thirteen (13) years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with clearly related experience
• Relevant experience must be in malware reverse engineering
• One of the following certifications is required: CISSP, GIAC GREM, CREA
• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
Preferred:
• Additional Information Assurance certifications may be required based on program needs
Company:
Independent Software supports our customers by providing next-generation cyber services, intelligence and all-source analytics, machine learning, and mission application development. Founded in 2005, the company is headquartered in Ellicott City, USA, with a team of 11-50 employees. The company is currently Early Stage.