Malware Engineer Job at Peraton Corporation, Linthicum Heights, MD

  • Peraton Corporation
  • Linthicum Heights, MD

Job Description

ResponsibilitiesPeraton is seeking a Malware Engineer in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges. Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.Background: (U) Conduct software exploitation against applications, middleware, operating systems (OS) user interface, OS drivers/runtimes, firmware and other binary data:Exploitation of program and application to support priority technical exploitation requirements.Research behavior of binaries and share detailed understanding of how apps behave at memory/register level in support of technical exploitation operations.Support efforts to design, prototype, document, test, conduct exploitation automation and transition code analysis methods and tools specific to technical exploitation operations.Perform ongoing research into malicious software, emerging vulnerabilities, and exploitation tactics to stay ahead of evolving threats.Collaborate with forensics, vulnerability research, and cyber operations teams.QualificationsRequired:Experience with Windows operating system & architecture.Experience with static analysis tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra and Binary Ninja.Experience with debugging tools such as WinDbg.Experience with virtualization, sandboxing, and emulation tools like VMware, KVM, QEMU and others.Familiarity of programming languages such as C, C++, .NET, Python, Java, etc.Active Top Secret clearance/SCI eligible.Minimum of 5 years experience with Bachelor's degree; Minimum of 3 years experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 0 years experience with PhD. A degree within one of these fields is highly desired: Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering. However, an additional four years of experience can be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.Preferred:Active DoD 8570, IAT Level II Certification.Peraton OverviewPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.Target Salary Range$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-171355Position Category: Cyber SecurityClearance: Top Secret/SCI

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