Malware Analyst

TEKsystems; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a mid-level Malware Defense Analyst for a contract role based in Irving, TX. You will respond to real-time threats, triage detections, and perform static, dynamic, and behavioral analysis of malware while documenting observations and recommendations.

Responsibilities include strengthening controls, participating in Incident Response, and collaborating with teams to mitigate evolving threats in a fast-paced, onsite environment.

Qualifications

• Mid-level candidates with malware analysis and incident response experience.
• Experience triaging detections, prioritizing threats, static and dynamic analysis.
• Ability to drive process changes and implement control enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Respond, triage, and adapt to real-time threats targeting the organization through malware delivery and execution.
• Perform static, dynamic, and behavioral analysis of malicious software and IoCs.
• Maintain detailed documentation and produce comprehensive reports with observations and actions.
• Identify cyber risks and help develop improvements to controls and detection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with response teams to defend against emerging threats and contribute to Incident Response.

Skills

Malware analysis

Incident response

Threat triage

SIEM

Process Monitor

Wireshark

Fiddler

URL analysis

EDR tools

Forensic artifacts

Tools

Sandbox

Web proxy

Sandbox technologies

Email header review tools

Job description

Job Description

The Malware Defense Team for our massive client is looking for top talent who would like to join one of the most advanced cybersecurity teams in the world.

What you'll do

• Respond, triage, and adapt to real-time threats targeting the organization through the lens of malware delivery and execution.
• Perform static, dynamic, and behavioral analysis of malicious software and potential indicators of compromise.
• Maintain detailed documentation regarding analysis findings and producing comprehensive reports encompassing observations, actions taken, and recommendations.
• Identify cyber risks and help develop improvements to controls and detection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with response teams to defend against emerging threats and contribute to Incident Response efforts

Who you are

• We are looking for mid-level candidates with malware analysis and incident response experience.
• Specific experience with triaging detections, prioritizing threats, performing static and dynamic analysis, identifying security gaps, and implementing preventative measures.
• Candidates should have a very strong investigative mindset with an ability to drive process changes and implement control enhancements.
• Candidates typically should have 3-5 years of relevant experience in one or more threat prevention disciplines focusing on Email, Web, or Endpoint.

Preferred Skillset

• Understanding of browser exploitation techniques
• Experience with reviewing and analyzing Email Headers.
• Experience with detecting phishing and other common email threats.
• SIEM experience with event correlation and searching.
• Experience with dynamic analysis tools such as Process Monitor, FakeDNS, Regshot, or Wireshark.
• Familiarity with use and interpretation of malware analysis results from sandbox technologies.
• Technical experience and ability to operate and maintain a virtualized sandbox environment.
• Familiarity with URL categorization and analysis tools like Fiddler, commercial sandbox, or web proxy technologies.
• Ability to assess files or URLs and extract Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) such as malicious domains, IPs, and file hashes.
• Experience with documentation and ability to clearly articulate thoughts to a wide variety of intended audiences (teammates, technical, non-technical, leadership, etc.).
• Knowledge of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools
• Knowledge of forensic artifacts such as Browser, Registry, or Event Log artifacts.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Work Environment

This is a fast paced environment with high expectations. They are looking for individuals to take initiative and work to think ahead of the potential threats (staying up to date with industry trends etc.). It is a very collaborative environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irving,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.