Mid-level Malware Engineer / Active Top Secret

About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About The Role Peraton is current hiring a Mid-Level Malware Reverse Engineer for its' Federal Strategic Cyber programs.

Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid - On-site/Remote: 50/50). Local candidates able to work in a hybrid environment required. Overview:

• As a Mid-Level Malware Reverse Engineer, you'll dissect advanced threats, support active cyber operations, and help shape defensive strategies that protect high-value government networks.
• This role is ideal for professionals who thrive on technical depth, complex malware challenges, and meaningful impact.

What You'll Do:

• Isolate, analyze, and reverse-engineer malicious binaries to determine behavior, functionality, and intent.
• Perform static and dynamic analysis on malware samples across diverse platforms.
• Produce detailed technical reports outlining findings, characteristics, and operational implications of malicious code.
• Support active cyber operations and contribute to mission-driven malware analysis efforts.
• Recommend countermeasures and mitigation strategies for malware targeting government communication systems.
• Conduct reverse engineering on known and suspected malware to support incident response and threat-hunting activities.
• Develop and refine policies, procedures, and methodologies for malware investigations across multiple networks.

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Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant technical experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience.

• An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

• Experience analyzing malicious applications across Linux, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, and IoT devices.

• Hands-on experience 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.

• 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.

Details Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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 https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: 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. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.

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