Malware Analyst / Reverse Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber Security

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cyber Defense, Cybersecurity, Malware, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Reverse Engineering

Certifications:

Security+, CE - Comptia Security+

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Own your career as a Cyber Malware Reverse Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build strong lines of cyber defense using cutting-edge technologies. Your work in cyber security at GDIT will have an impact on securing our clients’ missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cyber Malware Reverse Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

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. 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED: 

• Bachelor's Degree and 15+ years of relevant experience, equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and experience will be considered. 

• DoD Approved Baseline 8570 IAT III (CASP, CISSP, CISA, etc.) and DoD Approved Baseline 8570 CSSP Analyst (CEH, CySA, GCIH, etc.) certifications required prior to start date

• GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) or equivalent ( GCFR, GCFA, GNFA, GCTI, GREM, GCIH, GRID, CREA, any cert under 8570 CSSP Analyst) certification required within first 120 days of employment 

• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph 

 

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. 

 

Location: On Customer Site 

• Reston, VA 

 

 GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $176,446 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Reston

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.