Senior Malware Engineer

Program Overview

About The Role

Peraton is currently hiring a Senior Malware Reverse Engineer for its' Federal Strategic Cyber programs.

Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid 50/50)

Overview:

The Federal Strategic Cyber group is seeking a Senior Malware Reverse Engineer to support mission‑critical cybersecurity operations for a long‑term government customer. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced malware threats, support active operations, and shape defensive strategies that protect high‑value federal networks. Local candidates able to work in a hybrid environment are required.

Responsibilities:

• Isolate, analyze, and reverse‑engineer malicious binaries to determine behavior, functionality, and intent.
• Conduct in‑depth static and dynamic analysis of malware samples across multiple platforms.
• Produce comprehensive technical reports detailing findings, characteristics, and operational impact of malicious code.
• Support active cyber operations and engage with cutting‑edge challenges in the malware analysis domain.
• Recommend countermeasures and mitigation strategies for malware targeting government communication systems.
• Reverse‑engineer known and suspected malware to support incident response and threat‑hunting missions.
• Develop and refine policies, procedures, and methodologies for malware investigations across diverse networks.
• Collaborate with cyber operators, analysts, and mission partners to enhance malware defense capabilities.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant technical experience, or a Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience.
• An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Experience analyzing malicious applications across Linux, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, and IoT devices.
• Proficiency with several of the following tools:
• IDA Pro, OllyDbg, x64dbg, Scylla x64, Objdump, Readelf, Ghidra, Process Explorer, CFF Explorer, Wireshark, Fiddler, Regshot, Process Monitor, Process Hacker
• Demonstrated strong understanding of reverse‑engineering methodologies and file reconstruction.
• Ability to unpack, de‑obfuscate, and analyze highly complex malicious applications.
• Hands‑on debugging experience, including identifying and defeating custom or known packers.
• Experience with disassemblers and disassembly workflows.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI .
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD background investigation.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Python for automation or tooling.
• Programming knowledge in one or more of the following:
• Java, C, C++, .NET, PowerShell, Golang, C#
• Familiarity with ICS/SCADA systems and related security considerations.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.