The Malware Defense Team is looking for top talent who would like to join one of the most advanced cybersecurity teams in the world. • We are looking for mid-level candidates with malware analysis ...
The Malware Defense Team is looking for top talent who would like to join one of the most advanced cybersecurity teams in the world. • We are looking for mid-level candidates with malware analysis ...
We are looking for mid-level candidates with malware analysis and incident response experience. Specific experience with triaging detections, prioritizing threats, performing static and dynamic ...
We are looking for mid-level candidates with malware analysis and incident response experience. Specific experience with triaging detections, prioritizing threats, performing static and dynamic ...
Senior Threat Hunter Analyst
Fort Collins, CO · On-site
$125 - $150K/hr
Malware analysis in support of hunt findings and incident response * CND triage and analysis support for active incident response operations * Threat indicator feed maintenance in coordination with ...
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Senior Threat Hunter Analyst
Fort Collins, CO · On-site
$125 - $150K/hr
Malware analysis in support of hunt findings and incident response * CND triage and analysis support for active incident response operations * Threat indicator feed maintenance in coordination with ...
... malware analysis techniques • Ability to interpret security alerts • Experience with log and event analysis Preferred : • Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms • Experience with ...
... malware analysis techniques • Ability to interpret security alerts • Experience with log and event analysis Preferred : • Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms • Experience with ...
... malware analysis • Exposure to penetration testing frameworks • Understanding of operational security principles Company : With headquarters in Maryland, Cymertek [/'sī-mer-tek/] Corporation ...
... malware analysis • Exposure to penetration testing frameworks • Understanding of operational security principles Company : With headquarters in Maryland, Cymertek [/'sī-mer-tek/] Corporation ...
Exploitation Analyst (EA)
Aurora, CO · On-site
... of malware analysis methodologies Company : With headquarters in Maryland, Cymertek [/'sī-mer-tek/] Corporation provides superior consulting services for the implementation of high quality ...
Exploitation Analyst (EA)
Aurora, CO · On-site
... of malware analysis methodologies Company : With headquarters in Maryland, Cymertek [/'sī-mer-tek/] Corporation provides superior consulting services for the implementation of high quality ...
Cybersecurity Analyst
Aurora, CO · On-site
Familiarity with malware analysis techniques * Ability to conduct forensic investigations * Proficiency in scripting for automation * Strong understanding of network protocols like TCP/IP DESIRED ...
Cybersecurity Analyst
Aurora, CO · On-site
Familiarity with malware analysis techniques * Ability to conduct forensic investigations * Proficiency in scripting for automation * Strong understanding of network protocols like TCP/IP DESIRED ...
Understanding of malware analysis fundamentals and attacker methodologies * Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61, SANS Incident Response, etc.) * Ability to work under ...
Understanding of malware analysis fundamentals and attacker methodologies * Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61, SANS Incident Response, etc.) * Ability to work under ...
Forensics Scripting Developer
Aurora, CO · On-site
Citizenship Preferred : • Experience with malware analysis tools • Knowledge of network forensics and packet analysis • Familiarity with reverse engineering techniques • Experience with ...
Forensics Scripting Developer
Aurora, CO · On-site
Citizenship Preferred : • Experience with malware analysis tools • Knowledge of network forensics and packet analysis • Familiarity with reverse engineering techniques • Experience with ...
Understanding of malware analysis fundamentals and attacker methodologies * Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61, SANS Incident Response, etc.) * Ability to work under ...
Understanding of malware analysis fundamentals and attacker methodologies * Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61, SANS Incident Response, etc.) * Ability to work under ...
... Malware Analysis *Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
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... Malware Analysis *Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
Understanding of malware analysis fundamentals and attacker methodologies * Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61, SANS Incident Response, etc.) * Ability to work under ...
Understanding of malware analysis fundamentals and attacker methodologies * Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61, SANS Incident Response, etc.) * Ability to work under ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis • Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis • Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
Forensics Scripting Developer
Aurora, CO · On-site
SIMILAR CAREER TITLES Digital Forensics Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst, Malware Analyst, Incident Response Developer, Threat Intelligence Developer, Security Automation Engineer, etc. DEGREE (Level ...
Forensics Scripting Developer
Aurora, CO · On-site
SIMILAR CAREER TITLES Digital Forensics Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst, Malware Analyst, Incident Response Developer, Threat Intelligence Developer, Security Automation Engineer, etc. DEGREE (Level ...
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst II
$125K - $126K/yr
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst II
$125K - $126K/yr
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
Quick apply
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
... Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This ...
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What does a malware analyst do?
As a Malware Analyst, your daily responsibilities often include examining suspicious files or code samples, reverse engineering malware to understand its behavior and propagation, and generating threat intelligence reports for security teams. You may also collaborate closely with incident response, threat hunting, and IT teams to support ongoing investigations or provide technical expertise during cyber incidents. Routine tasks can involve maintaining and updating analysis tools, monitoring new vulnerabilities or attack vectors, and developing signatures or detection rules to improve organizational defenses. This dynamic role requires staying current with emerging threats and rapidly evolving malware techniques.
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A Malware Analysis job involves identifying, examining, and understanding malicious software to assess its behavior, origin, and impact. Analysts use static and dynamic analysis techniques to reverse-engineer malware, helping organizations improve their cybersecurity defenses. Their findings aid in developing detection signatures, mitigating threats, and enhancing incident response. Malware analysts often work with security teams, law enforcement, or research institutions to combat cyber threats. Strong programming, reverse engineering, and forensic skills are essential for success in this field.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in malware analysis?
To thrive as a Malware Analyst, you need a solid background in computer science, programming (such as Python or C/C++), and understanding of operating systems and cybersecurity fundamentals. Experience with reverse engineering tools, sandbox environments, debuggers (like IDA Pro or Ghidra), and certifications such as GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) are highly beneficial. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving abilities help analysts excel in detecting and mitigating malicious software threats. These skills are essential to accurately identify, investigate, and remediate evolving cyber threats, protecting an organization's digital assets.

Full-time
PTO
Posted 15 days ago
Bank Of America rating
8.2
Based on 525 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
51st of 170 rated banks
Job description
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates' physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.
We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
Bank of America is one of the world's leading financial institutions, serving over 66 million consumers and small businesses. Company success is only possible with a strong cyber defense, which enables Bank of America to safely conduct global operations across the United States and in approximately 35 countries. Our primary goal is to safeguard not only the company, but our clients and their trust. The Malware Defense Team is looking for top talent who would like to join one of the most advanced cybersecurity teams in the world.
• We are looking for mid-level candidates with malware analysis and incident response experience.
• Specific experience with triaging detections, prioritizing threats, performing static and dynamic analysis, identifying security gaps, and implementing preventative measures.
• Candidates should have a very strong investigative mindset with an ability to drive process changes and implement control enhancements.
• Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience in one or more threat prevention disciplines focusing on Email, Web, or Endpoint.
Responsibilities
• Respond, triage, and adapt to real-time threats targeting the organization through the lens of malware delivery and execution.
• Perform static, dynamic, and behavioral analysis of malicious software and potential indicators of compromise.
• Maintain detailed documentation regarding analysis findings and producing comprehensive reports encompassing observations, actions taken, and recommendations.
• Identify cyber risks and help develop improvements to controls and detection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with response teams to defend against emerging threats and contribute to Incident Response efforts.
Required Qualifications
• Understanding of browser exploitation techniques
• Familiarity of web based technologies such as Javascript or HTML and how they are commonly abused by various threat actors or techniques.
• Experience with reviewing and analyzing Email Headers.
• Experience with detecting phishing and other common email threats.
• SIEM experience with event correlation and searching.
• Experience with dynamic analysis tools such as Process Monitor, FakeDNS, Regshot, or Wireshark.
• Familiarity with use and interpretation of malware analysis results from sandbox technologies.
• Technical experience and ability to operate and maintain a virtualized sandbox environment.
• Familiarity with URL categorization and analysis tools like Fiddler, commercial sandbox, or web proxy technologies.
• Ability to assess files or URLs and extract Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) such as malicious domains, IPs, and file hashes.
• Experience with documentation and ability to clearly articulate thoughts to a wide variety of intended audiences (teammates, technical, non-technical, leadership, etc.).
• Knowledge of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools
• Knowledge of forensic artifacts such as Browser, Registry, or Event Log artifacts.
• Knowledge of Cloud based Detection and Response tools.
Desired Qualifications
• 3+ years of experience conducting end to end Malware analysis specifically around either Email, Web, or Endpoint.
• 3+ years of conducting incident response using commercial products and tools.
• 3+ years of experience in digital forensics
• Knowledge of at least one major cloud services provider (AWS, GCP, Azure) technologies
• Ability to create scripts and other forms of automation
• Experience conducting interviews with an interrogative mindset
Desired Certifications
• GCIH, GREM, GCFA, GCFE, CFCE, or CISSP
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
Pay Transparency details
US - CO - Denver - 1144 15th St - Denver Gis (CO9926)
Pay and benefits information
Pay range
$95,700.00 - $144,900.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.
Discretionary incentive eligible
This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.
Benefits
This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.
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At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We're devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Industry
Finance and insurance
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Charlotte, NC, US
Year founded
1998