Senior Software Reverse Engineer
Annapolis Junction, MD
Full Time Senior-level / Expert Clearance required USD 56K - 105K *
ClearEdge
Check out our extremely competitive benefits package at clearedgeit.com/benefits, which includes a $10k annual training/education benefit, 10% 401k contribution, health and technology allowance, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. We also offer monthly TechConnect and DeepDive collaboration sessions with our entire technical staff.
Your Mission:
As a Senior Software Reverse Engineer at ClearEdge, your mission is to leverage your extensive expertise to analyze and reverse-engineer highly complex software and systems. Your work will provide critical insights into functionality, behavior, and vulnerabilities, driving proactive cybersecurity measures and strengthening threat detection capabilities.
You Will Excel If You Are:
- A seasoned expert who thrives on dissecting and understanding complex systems and software.
- An innovative problem-solver who develops tools and methodologies to improve analysis efficiency.
- A lifelong learner who keeps pace with the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats and tools.
- A meticulous analyst with a sharp eye for detail and a drive for thoroughness.
- A collaborative professional who values teamwork but is equally comfortable driving independent projects.
- An articulate communicator who can present intricate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Passionate about safeguarding systems and contributing to a mission-driven organization.
A Day in the Life:
- Perform advanced static and dynamic analysis of hardware, firmware, and software using a wide array of tools and techniques.
- Document malware behaviors and patterns, contributing to threat intelligence repositories with actionable insights.
- Write comprehensive technical reports, detailing findings and recommending mitigation strategies.
- Develop or enhance tools and frameworks to optimize malware analysis workflows.
- Stay ahead of emerging trends in cybersecurity, including the latest tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by adversaries.
Must Have:
- TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
- 20+ years of experience in software analysis, reverse engineering, or related cybersecurity disciplines.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Deep knowledge of low-level programming languages, including C, C++, and Assembly.
- Proficiency with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, OllyDbg, or x64dbg.
- Expertise in debugging and disassembly techniques.
- Strong understanding of operating system internals across Windows, Linux, and macOS platforms.
- Experience with virtualization and sandbox environments, such as VMware or VirtualBox, for dynamic analysis.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Superior written and verbal communication abilities for presenting technical findings clearly and effectively.
- Proven ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team.
- High attention to detail and a methodical approach to tackling complex challenges.
Nice to Have:
- Expertise in malware types (viruses, worms, ransomware, trojans) and their respective attack vectors.
- Familiarity with obfuscation techniques and anti-reverse engineering methods commonly used by adversaries.
- Knowledge of networking protocols and traffic analysis to interpret malware communication behaviors.
- Relevant certifications, such as OSCP, GREM, CEH, or other industry-recognized cybersecurity credentials.
Our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability drive our mission and vision and are the heart of what we do each day. We combine our Core Values with the three key elements of people, technology, and integrity to repeatedly deliver stellar results within our primary competencies.
ClearEdge is also pleased to share that we have recently expanded our prime and subcontract presence into new cyber markets!
If this position does not fit your skillset, please visit our Careers page to explore our current openings, or contact a ClearEdge recruiter at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: C CEH Clearance Computer Science DoD Ghidra GREM IDA Pro Linux MacOS Malware OllyDbg OSCP Polygraph Reverse engineering Threat detection Threat intelligence TS/SCI TTPs VirtualBox VMware Vulnerabilities Windows
Perks/benefits: 401(k) matching Health care
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