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Security Engineer

California, MO · On-site

Proven experience in one or more of: digital forensics, malware analysis, incident management, host ... Core competency in two or more of: macOS, Windows, Linux, Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services, and ...

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Applied Intelligence Analyst

Camp Springs, MD · On-site

$113K - $125K/yr

Familiarity with cyber threat actor methodologies and malware analysis Key Responsibilities ... Investigate threats across Windows, Linux, databases, applications, web servers, firewalls, and ...

ITI Solutions, Inc

CSSP Analyst, Senior

Indianapolis, IN

$91K - $120K/yr

... data exfiltration, malware, web attacks, unauthorized access) * Provide incident response ... DoD 8140 Cyber Defensive Analyst (Advanced) Playlist qualification * Expert-level SIEM analysis ...

Socket.dev

Cyber Security Analyst

Nevada, IA · On-site

Perform digital forensics and malware analysis to support investigations and root cause analysis ... Advanced knowledge of network analysis, OS internals (Windows/Linux/macOS), and web application ...

Nvidia

Cyber Security Analyst

OR · On-site +1

Perform digital forensics and malware analysis to support investigations and root cause analysis ... Advanced knowledge of network analysis, OS internals (Windows/Linux/macOS), and web application ...

NVIDIA Corporation

Perform digital forensics and malware analysis to support investigations and root cause analysis ... Advanced knowledge of network analysis, OS internals (Windows/Linux/macOS), and web application ...

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How much do web malware analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for web malware analyst in the United States is $84,342.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a web malware analyst?

Web Malware Analysts are cybersecurity professionals who specialize in detecting, analyzing, and mitigating malicious software (malware) that targets websites and web applications. They investigate security breaches, analyze malware samples, and develop strategies to prevent future attacks. Their work often involves reverse engineering malware code, monitoring web traffic for suspicious activity, and collaborating with IT teams to strengthen web security. This role is essential for organizations that want to protect their online assets from cyber threats.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a web malware analyst?

To thrive as a Web Malware Analyst, you need expertise in cybersecurity principles, malware analysis, and a strong understanding of web technologies, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Wireshark, IDA Pro, sandboxes, and certifications such as CEH or GIAC are typically required. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for investigating threats and collaborating with security teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for identifying, mitigating, and preventing web-based security threats to protect organizational assets.

What challenges do web malware analysts face when investigating emerging threats?

Web Malware Analysts often encounter challenges such as rapidly evolving malware techniques, encrypted traffic that conceals malicious payloads, and the increasing use of obfuscation to bypass detection tools. Analysts must stay updated with the latest threat intelligence and continuously refine their analytical skills to recognize new patterns. Collaborating with incident response and development teams is crucial to share insights and implement timely mitigation strategies. Adaptability and proactive learning are key to staying ahead of cybercriminals in this dynamic environment.

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Sr.Security Engineer-Incident Response

Washington, DC • On-site

Alphalogic, Inc.
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$129K - $177K/yr

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Company Description

Alphalogic is a global technology solutions company headquartered in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Alphalogic offers a wide range of technology and consulting services; predictive analytics, data warehousing & BI, cloud consulting, web & mobile application development.
Cutting-edge Technologies
Our company's core competencies are cloud and mobile computing; healthcare solutions and services; data warehousing-analytics- business intelligence; and enterprise collaboration-content management. Alphalogic teams are continually deploying emerging technologies to meet our clients' current challenges.
Industry Best Practices
Alphalogic specializes in the effective use of industry-standard frameworks such Agile, for helping our clients achieve quick wins and reduce cycle times.

Job Description

Conduct thorough investigative actions based on security events and remediation as dictated by standard operating procedures. Participate in all the phases of Incident Response process, including detection, containment, eradication, and post-incident reporting. Record detailed Incident Response activities in the Incident Case Management System. Review automated daily security reports of key security controls, identify anomalies and, escalate critical security events to the appropriate stakeholders and follow-up as required. Wherever required perform memory forensics. Document vulnerabilities and Exploits used while analyzing a malware. Analyze, evaluate, and document malicious code behavior. Identify commonalities and differences between malware samples for purposes of grouping or classifying for attribution purposes. Develop tools to identify a 0-day malware based on various characteristics of a file format. Assist the COT lead in developing Incident Response Toolkit.

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years overall with 7 years of Information Security experience required, out of which the individual has worked with CSIRT for a minimum period of 2 years and at least 2 years conducting some form of malware analysis.
Understanding of how operating systems work and how malware exploits them. Understanding of network traffic and be able to analyze network traffic introduced by the malware.
Past exposure to APT type malware and financial crime malware such as Zeus and Spyeye etc. Experience in researching vulnerabilities and exploits.
Experience in writing quick scripts using Perl, Python, or TCL/TK. Thorough understanding of Windows Internals and memory management.
Knowledge of common hacking tools and techniques. Experience in understanding and analyzing various log formats from various sources.
Experience in analyzing reports generated of SIM/SEM tools.
Proficient experience with the following concepts and related toolsets: - Network sniffers - Process analysis tools - Registry analysis tools - File analysis tools - Memory analysis tools Individuals who have worked in night shift and in a security operations center would be preferred.

GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) or GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH). Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Additional Information

Due to the nature of this contract, candidates with U.S. Citizenship or GC Holders are encouraged to apply. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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