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Senior Cybersecurity Malware Reverse Engineer

MANTECH

May 16
Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
IT - Security
Herndon, VA (On-Site/Office)

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Cybersecurity Malware Reverse Engineer to join our team in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area.

This role requires expertise in reverse engineering, malware analysis, and a deep understanding of cybersecurity threats and mitigation techniques. You will investigate potential intrusions and security events to contain and mitigate incidents. You will research cyber-attacks, malware, and threat actors to determine potential impact and develop remediation guidance; validate, categorize and investigate escalated cybersecurity events; profiles and trends events in the environment for potential incidents; collects, assesses and catalogues threat indicators; performs malware analysis.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of malware samples using reverse engineering techniques to understand their behavior, functionality, and impact.
  • Utilize tools and techniques such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, OllyDbg, and other industry-standard software for malware analysis.
  • Develop detailed reports and briefings on malware characteristics, attack vectors, and potential impacts.
  • Collaborate with other cybersecurity professionals, intelligence analysts, and law enforcement agencies to share findings and coordinate response efforts.
  • Develop and implement countermeasures and detection strategies to mitigate the risks posed by malware.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior analysts and assist in their professional development.
  • Participate in incident response activities, providing expertise on malware analysis and remediation.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience analyzing, dissecting, and understanding malicious software to develop countermeasures and enhance cybersecurity defenses.
  • 5+years of experience in reverse engineering, malware analysis, and cybersecurity.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous Network Operations Center (NOC) or IT Operations experience
  • One of the following certifications: Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certified Data Management Pr5ofessional (CDMP), Six Sigma Certification, ITILv4
  • ServiceNow Certification
  • Understanding of ITIL4 principles
  • Master's Degree


Clearance Requirements:
  • Must have a current/active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD suitability is required prior to starting this position.


Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer
  • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
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Job Category
IT - Security
Clearance Level
Secret
Employer
MANTECH