Malware Engineer

Peraton; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton, in Linthicum, MD, seeks a Malware Engineer to join a DoD-focused cyber investigations and forensics team. You will work on exploitation techniques, malware research, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to protect national security interests.

The role requires deep binary analysis skills, Windows expertise, and a TS clearance eligibility. Office-based position with opportunities for advanced research and mission-focused impact.

Qualifications

• Experience with Windows operating system and architecture.
• Experience with static analysis tools (IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja).
• Experience with debugging tools (WinDbg).
• Experience with virtualization/sandboxing/emulation tools (VMware, KVM, QEMU).
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C++, .NET, Python, Java.

Responsibilities

• Conduct software exploitation against applications, middleware, OS components, and binaries.
• Research behavior of binaries and document how apps behave at memory/register level.
• Design, prototype, document, test, and transition exploitation analysis methods and tools.
• Perform ongoing research into malware, vulnerabilities, and exploitation tactics.
• Collaborate with forensics, vulnerability research, and cyber operations teams.

Skills

Windows OS

Static analysis

Debugging

Programming languages

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in IT, Cybersecurity, CS, IS, Data Science, or Software Engineering

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Binary Ninja

WinDbg

VMware

KVM

QEMU

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Malware Engineer in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges. Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.

• Background: (U) Conduct software exploitation against applications, middleware, operating systems (OS) user interface, OS drivers/runtimes, firmware and other binary data:
  • Exploitation of program and application to support priority technical exploitation requirements.
  • Research behavior of binaries and share detailed understanding of how apps behave at memory/register level in support of technical exploitation operations.
  • Support efforts to design, prototype, document, test, conduct exploitation automation and transition code analysis methods and tools specific to technical exploitation operations.
  • Perform ongoing research into malicious software, emerging vulnerabilities, and exploitation tactics to stay ahead of evolving threats.
  • Collaborate with forensics, vulnerability research, and cyber operations teams.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience with Windows operating system & architecture.
• Experience with static analysis tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra and Binary Ninja.
• Experience with debugging tools such as WinDbg.
• Experience with virtualization, sandboxing, and emulation tools like VMware, KVM, QEMU and others.
• Familiarity of programming languages such as C, C++, .NET, Python, Java, etc.
• Active Top Secret clearance/SCI eligible.
• Minimum of 5 years experience with Bachelor's degree; Minimum of 3 years experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 0 years experience with PhD. A degree within one of these fields is highly desired: Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering. However, an additional four years of experience can be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred:

• Active DoD 8570, IAT Level II Certification.

Peraton Overview

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 do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

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.

EEO

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