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Booz Allen Hamilton

Threat Hunt Analyst

Lakewood, CO · Hybrid

$99K - $225K/yr

Knowledge of memory forensics, malware analysis, or reverse engineering * Possession of strong written and verbal communication skills Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Threat Hunt Analyst

Lakewood, CO · On-site +1

$99K - $225K/yr

Knowledge of memory forensics, malware analysis, or reverse engineering * Possession of strong written and verbal communication skills Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Threat Hunt Analyst

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Knowledge of memory forensics, malware analysis, or reverse engineering * Possession of strong written and verbal communication skills Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security ...

Cymertek

Network Security Analyst

Aurora, CO · On-site

Knowledge of malware analysis tools * Ability to interpret security logs * Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools DESIRED SKILLS * Experience with advanced threat detection * Knowledge of ...

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How much do malware analysis jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for malware analysis in Colorado is $90,929.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,300.00 and $105,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

What is malware analysis?

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.

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Infographic showing various Malware Analysis job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $90,929 per year, or $43.7 per hour.

Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst II

Targeted Solutions LLC

Colorado Springs, CO

$60.29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst II

REQ: 25-J-0266


SOC Analyst's primary function is to provide comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through 247365 monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity targeting the enterprise. This position will conduct security event monitoring, advanced analytics and response activities in support of the government's mission. This position requires a solid understanding of cyber threats and information security in the domains of TTP's, Threat Actors, Campaigns, and Observables. Additionally, this candidate must be familiar with intrusion detection systems, intrusion analysis, security information event management platforms, endpoint threat detection tools, and security operations ticket management. This position will support activities within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.


Performance shall include:


  • Must have strong analytical and technical skills in computer network defense operations, ability to lead efforts in Incident Handling (Detection, Analysis, Triage), Hunting (anomalous pattern detection and content management) and 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 includes security event triage, incident investigation, implementing countermeasures, and conducting incident response.
  • Must be knowledgeable and have hands-on experience with a Security Information and Event
  • Monitoring (SIEM) platforms and/or log management systems that perform log collection, analysis, correlation, and alerting
  • Strong logical/critical thinking abilities, especially analyzing security events (windows event logs, network traffic, IDS events for malicious intent)
  • Excellent organizational and attention to details in tracking activities within various Security Operation workflows
  • A working knowledge of the various operating systems (e.g. Windows, OS X, Linux, etc.) commonly deployed in enterprise networks, a conceptual understanding of Windows Active Directory is also required, and a working knowledge of network communications and routing protocols (e.g. TCP, UDP, ICMP, BGP, MPLS, etc.) and common internet applications and standards (e.g. SMTP, DNS, DHCP, SQL, HTTP, HTTPS, etc.)
  • Experience with the identification and implementation of countermeasures or mitigating controls for deployment and implementation in the enterprise network environment
  • Experience with one or more of the following technologies Network Threat Hunting, Big Data
    Analytics, Endpoint Threat Detection and Response, SIEM, workflow and ticketing, and Intrusion
    Detection System

Experience:
5 - 7 years of directly related experience
Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM (must be articulated on resume)


Education:
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience (minimum 4 years)


Certifications:
Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for
Information Assurance Technician Level 2 or Information Assurance Manager Level 2 or CND Auditor
or Incident Responder certification within 6 months of the date of hire


Security Clearance:

Top Secret w/SCI Eligibility

Current clearance as defined in the Task Order

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph


Other Requirements:
Ability to develop rules, filters, views, signatures, countermeasures and operationally relevant

applications and scripts to support analysis and detection efforts.
An understanding in researching Emerging Threats and recommending monitoring content within
security tools.
Experience in analyzing NetFlow data and packet capture (PCAP).
Robust knowledge of common attack methodologies, tactics and protocols
Knowledge of the TCP and IP protocol suite, security architecture, DNS and remote access security
techniques and products.
Technical experience in the information security field utilizing a mix of security technology such as: Intrusion
Detection & Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), Firewalls & Log Analysis. SIEM, Network Behavior Analysis tools,
Antivirus, and Network Packet Analyzers, Digital Forensics tools in an Enterprise environment, Cyber
Incident Response activities in an Enterprise environment.


BENEFITS:

We offer a competitive compensation package including a generous PTO and Flexible holiday package, tax-free healthcare cost reimbursement, and an immediate vesting 401K with 4% matching.


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