Principal Threat Analysis Engineer

Direct Staffing Inc; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity staffing firm seeks a Principal Threat Analysis Engineer to conduct in-depth research on cyber threats. This role involves reverse-engineering attacks, enhancing threat monitoring capabilities, and requires a solid understanding of malware and network vulnerabilities. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess extensive experience in cybersecurity analysis. Join a collaborative team to develop innovative solutions in threat intelligence, where your expertise will play a crucial role in protecting against potential cyber threats.

Qualifications

• B.Sc/M.Sc in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience required.
• Proficiency in reverse-engineering techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct project-based research into cyber attacks.
• Reverse-engineer attacks to detail campaign anatomy.
• Enhance monitoring infrastructure for threat visibility.

Skills

Reverse-engineering x86 malware

C/C++ programming

IDA, Ollydbg, HIEW tools

Knowledge of Windows and Unix vulnerabilities

Network-based attack methods

Scripting tools development (Python preferred)

Education

B.Sc/M.Sc in Computer Science or related

Job description

Information Technology - Computer Software

Job Description

Principal Threat Analysis Engineer

Herndon

Exp 5-7 years

Deg Bachelors

Relo

Bonus

Job Description

Responsibilities

Conduct project-based research into cyber attacks, working with internal analysts to produce intelligence on the techniques & motivations which drive today’s attacks.

Day-to-day duties include reverse-engineering attacks at network and file level to create a detailed anatomy of campaigns.

Research & prototype new technologies and systems that enhance Symantec’s ability to identify and gather intelligence on notable attacks.

Build upon existing monitoring infrastructure to ensure Symantec maintains superior visibility into the threat landscape.

Qualifications

B.Sc /M.Sc in a computer science-related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Experience in reverse-engineering x86 malware.

Working knowledge of C/C++ software.

Proficiency in use of IDA, Ollydbg, HIEW or equivalent tools.

Knowledge of both Windows and Unix vulnerabilities.

Familiarity with network-based attack methods & tools Scripting experience developing tools (Python preferable).

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Direct Staffing Inc