CriticalSolutions, LLC
Malware Analyst - Senior(w/ active TS)
CriticalSolutions, LLC, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
Malware Analyst - Senior (w/ active TS)
Location: Alexandria, VA
Clearance: Top Secret (TS/SCI)
Travel Requirement: 10% of the time
Type: Full-time, On-site (No Remote)
Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 per year
Job Description Critical Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior Malware Analyst to support a federal agency's cybersecurity operations in Alexandria, VA. This position requires an active Top Secret clearance and significant experience in reverse engineering malware, including custom protocols. The analyst will contribute to the agency's Security Operations Center by conducting dynamic and static malware analysis, supporting threat attribution, identifying vulnerabilities, and guiding defensive strategy. The role also involves developing a standard process for capturing and analyzing software artifacts suspected of being malicious code.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
Perform reverse engineering of malicious software using dynamic and static analysis techniques.
Demonstrate advanced experience with network traffic and communications, including known ports and services.
Perform malware analysis and security assessments across multiple operating systems, focusing on Windows and Linux/Unix platforms.
Leverage cyber security technologies such as NIDS, HIDS, IPS, and IDS.
Utilize open-source and commercial tools to conduct advanced malware analysis and reverse engineering.
Reverse engineer custom protocols used by malware.
Produce clear, detailed reports in plain business language, outlining findings and defensive recommendations.
Analyze malware to uncover adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Basic Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance (program can support up to TS/SCI).
Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of prior IT experience (or equivalent).
Demonstrated experience with reverse engineering practices.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and report writing skills.
Motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Programming skills in languages such as Python, C, C++, or Ruby.
Deep expertise in Windows OS and familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
Proven experience with cybersecurity tools such as NIDS, HIDS, IPS, and IDS.
Required pre-start certifications: DoD 8570 IAT II and GREM.
Certification Requirement
DoD 8570 IAT II and GREM certifications required prior to starting.
Preferred Qualifications
IAM-III certification.
ITIL v3 Foundation or v4.
BA/BS degree in Computer Science or Information Assurance.
Experience in Computer Incident Response and understanding of the Cybersecurity lifecycle.
Understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Experience with malware analysis concepts and methods.
Familiarity with Intelligence Driven Defense, Cyber Kill Chain methodology, and MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Additional Information Must possess an active Top DoD Secret Clearance. Selected candidate must undergo background investigation (BI) and fingerprinting by the federal agency and successfully pass the required checks. US citizenship is required.
Critical Solutions Pay and Benefits Salary range $120,000 - $180,000. Compensation is based on responsibilities, education, experience, and certifications. Benefit snapshot: 100% premium coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Supplemental Insurance; 401K matching; Flexible Time Off (PTO/Holidays); Higher Education/Training Reimbursement.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology; IT Services and Consulting.
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Clearance: Top Secret (TS/SCI)
Travel Requirement: 10% of the time
Type: Full-time, On-site (No Remote)
Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 per year
Job Description Critical Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior Malware Analyst to support a federal agency's cybersecurity operations in Alexandria, VA. This position requires an active Top Secret clearance and significant experience in reverse engineering malware, including custom protocols. The analyst will contribute to the agency's Security Operations Center by conducting dynamic and static malware analysis, supporting threat attribution, identifying vulnerabilities, and guiding defensive strategy. The role also involves developing a standard process for capturing and analyzing software artifacts suspected of being malicious code.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
Perform reverse engineering of malicious software using dynamic and static analysis techniques.
Demonstrate advanced experience with network traffic and communications, including known ports and services.
Perform malware analysis and security assessments across multiple operating systems, focusing on Windows and Linux/Unix platforms.
Leverage cyber security technologies such as NIDS, HIDS, IPS, and IDS.
Utilize open-source and commercial tools to conduct advanced malware analysis and reverse engineering.
Reverse engineer custom protocols used by malware.
Produce clear, detailed reports in plain business language, outlining findings and defensive recommendations.
Analyze malware to uncover adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Basic Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance (program can support up to TS/SCI).
Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of prior IT experience (or equivalent).
Demonstrated experience with reverse engineering practices.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and report writing skills.
Motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Programming skills in languages such as Python, C, C++, or Ruby.
Deep expertise in Windows OS and familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
Proven experience with cybersecurity tools such as NIDS, HIDS, IPS, and IDS.
Required pre-start certifications: DoD 8570 IAT II and GREM.
Certification Requirement
DoD 8570 IAT II and GREM certifications required prior to starting.
Preferred Qualifications
IAM-III certification.
ITIL v3 Foundation or v4.
BA/BS degree in Computer Science or Information Assurance.
Experience in Computer Incident Response and understanding of the Cybersecurity lifecycle.
Understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Experience with malware analysis concepts and methods.
Familiarity with Intelligence Driven Defense, Cyber Kill Chain methodology, and MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Additional Information Must possess an active Top DoD Secret Clearance. Selected candidate must undergo background investigation (BI) and fingerprinting by the federal agency and successfully pass the required checks. US citizenship is required.
Critical Solutions Pay and Benefits Salary range $120,000 - $180,000. Compensation is based on responsibilities, education, experience, and certifications. Benefit snapshot: 100% premium coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Supplemental Insurance; 401K matching; Flexible Time Off (PTO/Holidays); Higher Education/Training Reimbursement.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology; IT Services and Consulting.
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