Senior Malware Reverse Engineer and Threat Researcher

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% retirement contribution

Tuition benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Parental and military leave

Mindfulness programs

Childcare and back-up care benefits

Transit benefits (WMATA)

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a senior reverse engineering and malware analysis specialist to join our security team in Arlington, VA. You will work with national stakeholders to analyze threats and develop tools.

The role emphasizes practical prototyping, rigorous documentation, and collaboration with government and industry partners. Travel up to 15% and a background clearance are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related discipline with eight (8) years of experience; OR MS with five (5) years; OR PhD with two (2) years.

Responsibilities

• Reverse engineer malicious code and develop analysis methods and tools for high-impact customers.

Skills

Reverse engineering

Malware analysis

AI/ML in security

Technical writing

Mentoring

Communication

Education

BS in Computer Science or related discipline

MS in Computer Science or related

PhD in Computer Science or related

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Binary Ninja

x32dbg

x64dbg

gdb

WinDbg

C/C++

Java

Python

GoLang

Job description

Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a senior reverse engineering and malware analysis specialist to join our security team in Arlington, VA. You will work with national stakeholders to analyze threats and develop tools.

The role emphasizes practical prototyping, rigorous documentation, and collaboration with government and industry partners. Travel up to 15% and a background clearance are required.