ME00590-Reverse Engineer 4

Momentum Engineering; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 170,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company sponsored group medical plan

Company paid dental and vision insurance

11 paid holidays

Minimum of 3 weeks PTO

STD/LTD plans

Job summary

Momentum Engineering in Fort Meade, Maryland, is looking for a Reverse Engineer to support cybersecurity operations by analyzing and developing strategies against malware. Candidates must have a Top Secret/SCI clearance and relevant advanced degrees. Responsibilities include analyzing malicious binaries, creating detection signatures, and providing mitigative strategies. The position offers a salary range of $170,000 - $215,000, 3 weeks PTO, and additional health benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph.
• Proficiency in reverse engineering and malware analysis.
• Ability to identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and reverse engineer malicious binaries to understand functionality.
• Perform detailed analysis of assembly code to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain malware detection signatures using tools such as YARA.

Skills

Proficiency in reverse engineering and malware analysis

Strong experience analyzing assembly code

Familiarity with IOCs, APTs, and threat intelligence analysis

Experience creating YARA and/or SNORT signatures

Knowledge of computer networking and threat behaviors

Experience with reverse engineering TTPs

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Master's Degree with 9 years of relevant experience

Bachelor's Degree with 11 years of relevant experience

Associate's Degree with 13 years of relevant experience

Job description

ME00590-Reverse Engineer 4

Momentum Engineering Fort Meade, Maryland, United States Engineering

About this position

Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry‑leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long‑term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.

Job Summary

• Seeking a Reverse Engineer to support cybersecurity and mission operations by analyzing malicious software, identifying threats, and developing detection and mitigation strategies
• This role focuses on reverse engineering binaries, evaluating adversary techniques, and producing actionable intelligence to strengthen system defenses
• The ideal candidate has strong experience with malware analysis, assembly code, and threat detection methodologies within complex networked environments

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze and reverse engineer malicious binaries to understand functionality, behavior, and intent
• Perform detailed analysis of assembly code to identify vulnerabilities and exploit techniques
• Identify and analyze Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
• Develop and maintain malware detection signatures using tools such as YARA and SNORT
• Conduct threat analysis and risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors
• Provide mitigation strategies and remediation recommendations to reduce risk and improve security posture
• Apply knowledge of reverse engineering Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to support threat analysis
• Support network‑based analysis to understand how malware interacts within enterprise environments
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams to enhance detection, response, and defensive capabilities
• Document findings, methodologies, and recommendations to support knowledge sharing and operational response

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Master’s Degree with 9 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 11 years of relevant experience, Associate’s Degree with 13 years of in‑depth relevant experience that is clearly related to the position
• Proficiency in reverse engineering and malware analysis
• Strong experience analyzing assembly code
• Familiarity with IOCs, APTs, and threat intelligence analysis
• Experience creating YARA and/or SNORT signatures
• Knowledge of computer networking and threat behaviors within networked systems
• Experience with reverse engineering TTPs
• Ability to identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting incident response or threat hunting operations
• Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and malware analysis platforms
• Experience working in classified or mission‑critical environments
• Knowledge of emerging threat landscapes and adversary techniques

Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The pay range for this role is: 170,000 - 215,000 USD per year (Ft. Meade MD)