Permanent Remote Malware Analyst Jobs in Virginia

Job Type
Full-time
Description
About QBE, LLC
QBE, LLC is a small business dedicated to delivering innovative technology, cybersecurity, and mission-support solutions to federal government customers. Our experienced professionals work closely with our customers to solve complex challenges, protect critical information, and support essential government missions.
At QBE, we turn the possible into the proven.
Overview
QBE, LLC is seeking a Cyber Information Systems Analyst - SME - Forensics/CTI to provide expert-level digital forensics and cyber threat intelligence support for NIH/OD-OIT.
This position is primarily remote but will require some TDY.
Responsibilities
• Conduct advanced digital forensic examinations of systems, endpoints, and relevant artifacts.
• Collect, preserve, analyze, and document digital evidence.
• Perform malware, file, log, and system artifact analysis as required.
• Develop cyber threat intelligence products supporting operational security decisions.
• Analyze adversary tactics, techniques, procedures, infrastructure, and indicators.
• Correlate internal security events with external threat intelligence.
• Support incident response and threat hunting investigations.
• Maintain forensic chain-of-custody and evidence-handling procedures.
• Produce detailed technical findings and executive summaries.
• Develop indicators and intelligence for use by security monitoring teams.
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Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
• Associate degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, information systems, business, communications, or a related field, or an additional two or more years of relevant experience in place of the degree requirement.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience aligned to the responsibilities of this position.
• Expert knowledge of digital forensic methods and evidence handling.
• Experience conducting cyber threat intelligence analysis.
• Strong understanding of adversary behavior and attack methodologies.
• Experience supporting complex cybersecurity investigations.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required federal background investigation, Public Trust determination, or security clearance associated with the position.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with federal cyber investigations.
• Experience with forensic suites, endpoint telemetry, malware analysis, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Experience briefing technical and executive stakeholders.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to communicate effectively through virtual and in-person meetings.
• Ability to perform duties in an office, remote, or hybrid environment based on program requirements.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
QBE, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The projected compensation range for this position is $115,000.00 - $130,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (for remote opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, QBE invests in its employees beyond just compensation. QBE's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.