ME00590-Reverse Engineer 3

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

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Minimum of 3 weeks PTO

Company sponsored group medical plan

Company paid dental, vision, life insurance

STD/LTD plans

Job summary

Momentum Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Reverse Engineer in Fort Meade, Maryland, to support cybersecurity operations. This role involves analyzing malicious software, developing detection strategies, and producing actionable intelligence to enhance system defenses. Candidates should have a strong background in malware analysis and assembly code, and must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $215,000 per year and excellent benefits, including paid holidays and a comprehensive medical plan.

Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph.
• Proficiency in reverse engineering and malware analysis.
• Strong experience analyzing assembly code.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and reverse engineer malicious binaries to understand functionality and behavior.
• Identify and analyze Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs).
• Produce actionable intelligence to strengthen system defenses.

Skills

Malware analysis

Reverse engineering

Assembly code analysis

Threat detection methodologies

Analytical skills

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 in-depth relevant experience

Tools

YARA

SNORT

Job description

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)