Senior Forensic Malware Analyst (TS/SCI)

Athena Technology Group; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses and annual salary 

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short Term Disability, Long Term Disab

Life Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and inclusive work env

Job summary

Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) seeks a Forensic Malware Analyst to support cyber operations at Fort Gordon, GA.

The role entails digital forensic analysis and malware reverse engineering to support investigations, requiring DC3 guideline adherence and an active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly. The successful candidate will analyze forensic data, develop detailed reports, and contribute to threat-hunting efforts with YARA rule development.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly is required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience using digital forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, and Autopsy.
• Experience conducting malware analysis, malware reverse engineering, and reverse software engineering.
• Knowledge of software analysis techniques used to examine compiled binaries and identify malicious code or behavior.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical documentation, and reporting skills.
• Relevant certifications, such as GCFA, CHFI, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dead-box digital forensic examinations using tools such as EnCase, FTK, and Autopsy.
• Perform malware analysis on digital media and systems.
• Conduct malware reverse engineering and reverse software engineering to examine executable files and identify malicious behavior.
• Analyze compiled software and malicious code to identify functionality and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Open, manage, and close forensic cases in accordance with DC3 guidelines.
• Develop detailed digital forensic and malware analysis reports documenting findings, methodologies, and conclusions.
• Utilize forensic tools to acquire, examine, and analyze digital evidence.
• Support cyber threat-hunting activities, including the development and application of YARA rules.
• Analyze IOCs, threat artifacts, and suspicious software behavior to support cyber investigations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical documentation

Reporting skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

EnCase

FTK

Autopsy

Job description

Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) seeks a Forensic Malware Analyst to support cyber operations at Fort Gordon, GA.

The role entails digital forensic analysis and malware reverse engineering to support investigations, requiring DC3 guideline adherence and an active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly. The successful candidate will analyze forensic data, develop detailed reports, and contribute to threat-hunting efforts with YARA rule development.