Critical Solutions
Malware Analyst - Senior(w/ active TS)
Location: Alexandria, VA
Clearance: Top Secret
Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Full-time/ On-Site/ No Remote
JOB DESCRIPTION Critical Solutions is seeking a Senior Malware Analyst to support a federal program in Alexandria, VA. An active Top Secret security clearance and demonstrated advanced technical ability in reverse engineering custom protocols used by malware. This position provides support to Agency's Security Operations Center in conduct reverse engineering for Malware Analysis using dynamic and/or static analysis. Activities that this position performs include developing a standard process for the capturing and analysis of software artifacts suspected of being malicious code. This analysis will uncover an adversaries' tools, techniques, procedures, and will aid in discovering other affected or vulnerable systems, establishing a more concrete framework for attribution, and drive the development of additional defensive measures. The tasks will culminate with written reports written in plain business language that details the analysis of the malware and detail the defensive measures that can be employed to discover other vulnerable systems and implement defensive measures to prevent future risks. PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrated advanced experience with network traffic and communications, including known ports and services; Demonstrated advanced experience with the Windows operating system and other operating systems (e.g., Linux or Unix); Demonstrated experience with cyber security related technologies (e.g., NIDS, HIDS, IPS, and IDS); Demonstrated advanced understanding of various open source and commercial analysis tools used for malware analysis and reverse engineering; Demonstrated advanced technical ability in reverse engineering custom protocols used by malware; Demonstrated experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Rub
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Active Top Secret clearance or higher (program can support up to TS/SCI) Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of prior IT. Additional work experience or Cyber courses/certifications may be substituted in lieu of degree. Demonstrated experience with reverse engineering practices Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to create complex technical reports on analytic findings. DoD 8570 IAT II and GREM certifications required prior to starting
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, Information Assurance, or Information Systems Cybersecurity experience (Protect, Detect, Respond and Sustain) within a Computer Incident Response organization. Demonstrated understanding of the life cycle of cybersecurity threats, attacks, attack vectors and methods of exploitation with an understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs). Experience with malware analysis concepts and methods. Familiarity or experience in Intelligence Driven Defense, Cyber Kill Chain methodology, and/or MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Clearance Requirement:
Possess an active Top DoD Secret Clearance . In addition, selected candidate must undergo background investigation (BI) and finger printing by the federal agency and successfully pass the preceding to qualify for the position. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.
CRITICAL SOLUTIONS PAY AND BENEFITS
: Salary range $120,000 - $180,000. The salary range for this position represent the typical salary range for this job level and this does not guarantee a specific salary. Compensation is based upon multiple factors such as responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, and other requirements. 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, and more.
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JOB DESCRIPTION Critical Solutions is seeking a Senior Malware Analyst to support a federal program in Alexandria, VA. An active Top Secret security clearance and demonstrated advanced technical ability in reverse engineering custom protocols used by malware. This position provides support to Agency's Security Operations Center in conduct reverse engineering for Malware Analysis using dynamic and/or static analysis. Activities that this position performs include developing a standard process for the capturing and analysis of software artifacts suspected of being malicious code. This analysis will uncover an adversaries' tools, techniques, procedures, and will aid in discovering other affected or vulnerable systems, establishing a more concrete framework for attribution, and drive the development of additional defensive measures. The tasks will culminate with written reports written in plain business language that details the analysis of the malware and detail the defensive measures that can be employed to discover other vulnerable systems and implement defensive measures to prevent future risks. PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrated advanced experience with network traffic and communications, including known ports and services; Demonstrated advanced experience with the Windows operating system and other operating systems (e.g., Linux or Unix); Demonstrated experience with cyber security related technologies (e.g., NIDS, HIDS, IPS, and IDS); Demonstrated advanced understanding of various open source and commercial analysis tools used for malware analysis and reverse engineering; Demonstrated advanced technical ability in reverse engineering custom protocols used by malware; Demonstrated experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Rub
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Active Top Secret clearance or higher (program can support up to TS/SCI) Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of prior IT. Additional work experience or Cyber courses/certifications may be substituted in lieu of degree. Demonstrated experience with reverse engineering practices Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to create complex technical reports on analytic findings. DoD 8570 IAT II and GREM certifications required prior to starting
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, Information Assurance, or Information Systems Cybersecurity experience (Protect, Detect, Respond and Sustain) within a Computer Incident Response organization. Demonstrated understanding of the life cycle of cybersecurity threats, attacks, attack vectors and methods of exploitation with an understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs). Experience with malware analysis concepts and methods. Familiarity or experience in Intelligence Driven Defense, Cyber Kill Chain methodology, and/or MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Clearance Requirement:
Possess an active Top DoD Secret Clearance . In addition, selected candidate must undergo background investigation (BI) and finger printing by the federal agency and successfully pass the preceding to qualify for the position. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.
CRITICAL SOLUTIONS PAY AND BENEFITS
: Salary range $120,000 - $180,000. The salary range for this position represent the typical salary range for this job level and this does not guarantee a specific salary. Compensation is based upon multiple factors such as responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, and other requirements. 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, and more.
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