Reverse Engineer 2 with Security Clearance

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 143,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeghman & Briggs is seeking a Reverse Engineer 2 to support critical government initiatives in Annapolis Junction, MD. The role requires an active TS/SCI with polygraph and a strong background in malware reverse engineering to analyze malicious binaries and identify indicators of compromise.

The position is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD, with a focus on secure environments, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to security standards.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph required.
• Experience supporting government or DoD programs.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Doctoral degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or Master/Bachelor with required years.

Responsibilities

• Support mission-critical programs in secure government environments.
• Analyze requirements and translate into actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.
• Ensure compliance with contract and security standards.
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and performance.
• Perform technical analysis of malicious binaries to ascertain functionality and indicators of compromise.
• Provide information and documentation that enables malware detection, signature creation, and mitigation.

Skills

TS/SCI with polygraph

government/DoD program experience

independent and collaborative work

strong written and verbal comms

malware reverse engineering

Education

Doctoral degree + 2 years

Master's degree + 3 years

Bachelor's degree + 5 years

Associate degree + 7 years

Bachelor's Degree in CS/CE/IS or related

Tools

CISSP

GIAC

GREM

CREA

Job description

Reverse Engineer 2 Location: Annapolis Junction, MD | Onsite Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $142,500-$158,400 Join a Growing Team at Weeghman & Briggs Weeghman & Briggs is seeking a motivated and mission-driven Reverse Engineer 2 to support critical government initiatives in Annapolis Junction, MD. Founded in 2016 by Anthony Jordan, Weeghman & Briggs specializes in delivering high-impact analytical services to Government Agencies and private organizations. Since our founding, we have partnered with a range of federal entities and private corporations, earning a strong reputation as a trusted, results-driven company with an exceptional team of professionals. As we continue to expand across current programs and upcoming contract awards, we are looking for talented individuals who want to contribute, grow, and build something meaningful alongside us. At Weeghman & Briggs, you're more than a number, you're part of the team. We've built a culture where your opinion matters, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a direct impact on mission success. Our growth creates opportunity for advancement, leadership visibility, and long-term career development while maintaining the supportive, close-knit environment that sets us apart. If you're ready to grow your career while supporting important national missions, we'd love to connect with you.

What You'll Do

• Support mission-critical programs in secure government environments
• Analyze requirements and translate them into actionable solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results
• Ensure compliance with contract and security standards
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and performance
• Perform technical analysis of malicious binaries through controlled execution and/or static analysis of assembly code, overcoming techniques designed to defeat analysis, in order to ascertain functionality, capability, call-backs, assist with attribution to adversary infrastructure, and identification of indicators of compromise.
• Provide information and documentation that enables malware detection, signature creation, and mitigation.

What You Bring

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph
• Experience supporting government or DoD programs
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of relevant experience.
• Associates degree with 7 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor'sDegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant experience must be in malware reverse engineering.
• Certifications required: CISSP, GIAC, GREM, or CREA
• Information Assurance Certification may be required
• Agile, cloud, or modernization experience
• Background in process improvement or analytical services

Compensation & Benefits

The projected salary range for this position is $142,500-$158,400, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and contract requirements. At Weeghman & Briggs, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits here: https://weeghmanandbriggs.com/summary-of-employee-benefits/

Equal Employment Opportunity

Weeghman & Briggs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.