Senior Malware Analyst (TS/SCI + Poly) – Fort Meade

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies division at Fort Meade seeks a Senior Malware Analyst to support national security missions through malware analysis and reverse engineering. You will collaborate with cyber operations teams to assess threats and develop robust defense strategies.

The role requires TS/SCI with Poly, senior-level experience, and proactive contribution to reporting, system accreditation, and mission assurance activities within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Senior experience in malware analysis and cyber operations.
• Education aligned with data science or related field with years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dynamic malware analysis and reverse engineering to assess malicious behaviors and support mission‑focused cyberspace operations.
• Produce detailed malware reports, manage analysis tasks within workflow systems, and contribute technical insights to working groups that shape malware exploitation strategies.
• Support the development and accreditation of malware analysis systems, including contributions to System Security Plans and mission assurance activities.

Skills

Malware analysis

Reverse engineering

Technical reporting

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies division at Fort Meade seeks a Senior Malware Analyst to support national security missions through malware analysis and reverse engineering. You will collaborate with cyber operations teams to assess threats and develop robust defense strategies.

The role requires TS/SCI with Poly, senior-level experience, and proactive contribution to reporting, system accreditation, and mission assurance activities within a dynamic,