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Trainee Malware Reverse Engineer Jobs in Leesburg, VA

Armison Tech

Reverse Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Armison Tech is a minority owned small business, established in 2012, located in the Northern Virginia area. We're a company predominantly focused on cyber security for our government customers yet

HRB

Reverse Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Armison Tech is a minority owned small business, established in 2012, located in the Northern Virginia area. We're a company predominantly focused on cyber security for our government customers yet

CACI

Cyber Reverse Engineer, Senior

Sterling, VA

Job Title: Cyber Reverse Engineer, Senior Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled Android Mobile

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATION Reston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled Android Mobile

Two Six Technologies

Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Reverse Engineer Two Six Technologies is looking for reverse/research engineers interested in applying to its cyber programs. These programs consist of mission driven engineering work with direct

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How much do trainee malware reverse engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee malware reverse engineer in Leesburg, VA is $137,849.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $180,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Malware Reverse Engineer vs Malware Analyst?

AspectTrainee Malware Reverse EngineerMalware Analyst
Required CredentialsBasic cybersecurity certifications, relevant courseworkCertifications like GREM, GREM, or CEH often preferred
Work EnvironmentHands-on reverse engineering, learning-focusedAnalyzing malware samples, threat detection
Industry UsageEntry-level, training roles in cybersecurity firms or IT departmentsMid-level roles in security teams, incident response

While both roles involve understanding malicious software, a Trainee Malware Reverse Engineer focuses on learning reverse engineering techniques to dissect malware, whereas a Malware Analyst primarily analyzes malware behavior and assists in threat detection. The trainee role is more about skill development, while the analyst role involves more experience and responsibility in cybersecurity operations.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Malware Reverse Engineer job openings in Leesburg, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,849 per year, or $66.3 per hour.

GREM Certified Cyber Malware Reverse Engineer 104-025

Reston, VA • On-site

IC-CAP LLC
Computer Systems Design Services • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about IC-CAP LLCexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

GREM Certified Cyber Malware Reverse Engineer:
Job Description Summary:
Your work in cyber security will have an impact on securing our clients missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow. As a Cyber Malware Reverse Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter
Level 6:
  • Investigates, analyzes, and responds to cyber incidents within a network environment or enclave.
  • Uses data collected from a variety of cyber defense tools (e.g., IDS alerts, firewalls, network traffic logs) to analyze events that occur within their environments for the purposes of mitigating threats. Interprets, analyzes, and reports all events and anomalies in accordance with computer network directives, including initiating, responding, and reporting discovered events.
  • Evaluates, tests, recommends, coordinates, monitors, and maintains cybersecurity policies, procedures, and systems, including access management for hardware, firmware, and software.
  • Ensures that cybersecurity plans, controls, processes, standards, policies, and procedures are aligned with cybersecurity standards.
  • Identifies security risks and exposures, determines the causes of security violations and suggests procedures to halt future incidents and improve security.
  • Researches and evaluates new concepts and processes to improve performance.
  • Analyzes cross-functional problem sets, identifies root causes and resolves issues.
  • Develops techniques and procedures for conducting cybersecurity risk assessments and compliance audits, the evaluation and testing of hardware, firmware and software for possible impact on system security, and the investigation and resolution of security incidents such as intrusion, frauds, attacks or leaks.
  • May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals.
  • May serve as a team or task lead.

HOW A CYBER MALWARE REVERSE ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
  • Work will provide customer understanding of current malware and how to apply appropriate countermeasures.
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills are essential. When serious malware threats are identified, you will work closely with other areas of the security team to identify appropriate solutions.
  • You must be passionate about technology, and able to learn the ropes of new security solutions rapidly.
  • Recognize common behavior patterns that are primarily found in malware.
  • Indicators of Compromise (IOC)s will be obtained through: forensic analysis of digital information, Open-Source Intel (OSINT) review/monitoring, available tools both customer provided and open source, and pivoting/researching on previously reported IOCs.
  • Participate in collaborative sessions with other CNDSPs and IC agencies on malicious intrusions, attacks or suspicious activities, as well as share emerging Cyber Threat Intel data.
  • Assist in the development of IOCs for active defensive countermeasures and passive detection signatures.
  • Day or Swing shift position available.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Expertise in reverse engineering malware, and familiarity with today's tools and operational needs.
  • Ability to identify vulnerabilities in software and hardware, analyze and reverse engineer software and hardware systems
  • Attention to detail and ability to work with team-members and independently.
  • Must have common knowledge of standard network infrastructure.
  • Familiar with monitoring emerging threats through Tools, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) and how they relate to the MITRE ATT&CK Framework
  • Knowledge of debuggers and disassemblers and familiar with linkers and loaders
  • Knowledge of domain masquerading, certificates, and file hashing.
  • Strong written communications skills are necessary to properly document and report the malware.

Education and Experience:
  • HSD/GED+16yrs
  • Associates+14yrs
  • Bachelors+12yrs
  • Masters+10yrs
  • PhD+8yrs
  • Relevant professional certifications will be considered equivalent to six (6) months of relevant experience.

Training and Certifications:
  • IAT Level 2
  • GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)

Security Clearance:
  • Active TS SCI and the willingness to take a polygraph if needed.

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