Malware Analyst

A global consumer device company based in Mountain View, CA is looking for Malware Analyst to join their team!
Job Responsibilities:

• Reverse engineer Android apps, malwares and SDKs to identify threat behaviors and attack patterns.
• Perform static and dynamic analysis of APKs, binaries, and mobile executables
• Analyze different types/families of malwares such as viruses, worms, trojans, and ransomware to understand their functionality, origin and potential impact.
• Document investigation, findings and prepare clear, actionable reports.
• Develop framework/custom scripts and tools to automate the malware analysis process.
• Use industry standard tools such JADx, Ghidra, Frida, IDA Pro and Burp Suite
• Supporting testing different project involving malware detection, prevention, test detection accuracy and find out gaps in detection engine.
• Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and vulnerabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of proven work experience in malware analysis and research
• Strong knowledge of malware operation and indicators of compromise.
• Good understanding of tools like Metasploit, cobalt strike etc.
• Experience with reverse engineering tools (such as IDA Pro, OllyDbg, or Ghidra).
• Proficient in scripting languages (such as Python, Bash).
• Experience with Android OS architecture and application structure is preferred (APK format, permissions model, services, activities).
• Preferred experience with sandbox environment to executing malware.
• College degree required.

Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months with extension
Work Location: Mountain View, CA (onsite)
Pay rate: $56.00 - $71.00 ph (DOE)