Malware Reverser Engineer

Job Number: R0238944

Malware Reverser Engineer
The Opportunity:
Research malware families and threat groups to find new technical indicators and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to be used for threat hunting efforts. Perform deep-dive reverse engineering on malware samples using static and dynamic analysis techniques to extract indicators and understand malware capabilities. Develop custom tooling and automation frameworks to accelerate malware analysis workflows, including configuration extraction, deobfuscation, and payload analysis. Leverage AI and agentic frameworks to enhance detection and analysis capabilities. Design and deploy scalable analysis infrastructure in cloud environments. Develop signature and heuristic detection rules to find new malware samples and indicators for threat groups. Leverage expertise in reverse engineering complex malicious code to create technical reports for identification parameters, advanced capabilities, and potential mitigation strategies.

You Have:

• 6+ years of experience with conducting static and dynamic reverse engineering of malware
• 4+ years of experience with software development in Python, C, or C++
• Experience with using malware reverse engineering to determine indicators of compromise on Linux, Windows, or mobile platforms
• Experience with malware reverse engineering using static and dynamic analysis tools, including disassemblers, debuggers, virtual machines, or hex editors, and with tools, including IDA Pro, Hex-Rays, WinDbg, OllyDbg, or dnSpy
• Experience developing custom tools for malware analysis, including configuration extractors, deobfuscators, and payload analysis utilities
• Experience writing plugins or scripts for IDA Pro or Ghidra to automate reverse engineering tasks
• Experience deploying development environments and analysis labs using cloud infrastructure, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Knowledge of the TCP/IP networking stack and network IDS technologies
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with regular expressions and multiple scripting languages
• Experience leveraging AI/ML techniques and agentic frameworks for malware analysis and threat detection
• Experience with container technologies, including Docker or Kubernetes, for analysis environment deployment
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools, including Terraform or CloudFormation, for automated lab provisioning
• Experience with automated malware analysis platforms and sandbox technologies
• Knowledge of YARA rule development and signature-based detection methodologies

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.