Incident Response Malware Analyst - Quantico, United States - Peraton

    Peraton
    Peraton Quantico, United States

    Found in: Dice One Red US C2 - 2 weeks ago

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    About Peraton Peraton 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 to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
    Responsibilities Peraton is growing our team of highly motivated professionals supporting a critical and exciting mission.

    We are seeking multiple experienced Incident Response Malware Analysts to support MCCOG DCO cyber incident investigations of suspected malicious software through static and dynamic analysis and other means.


    Location:
    Quantico, VA; flexible for some remote/telework. In this role, you will...

    * Perform technical analysis of malicious binaries through controlled execution and/or static analysis of assembly code, overcoming techniques designed to defeat analysis; to ascertain functionality, capability, call-backs, assist with attribution to adversary infrastructure, and identification of indicators of compromise.


    • You may also write and produce high quality technical reports related to the scope, nature, and characteristics of malicious software suitable for distribution to both technical and non-technical audiences.

    Qualifications Basic Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT related field and/or a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience with cyber defense tools, tactics, and techniques in a large enterprise environment.
    • At least 5 years of experience performing malware analysis.
    • Current DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification.
    • US citizenship required.
    • Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

    Desired Qualifications:

    • GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) or equivalent industry certification.
    • Experience with malware analysis using static and dynamic analysis tools, including disassemblers, debuggers,and virtual machines.
    • Experience handling national state level intrusions
    • Experience with monitoring threats through Tools, Techniques, and Procedures and how they relate to the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
    • Experience with Windows internals such as the Windows Application Interface (APIs), processes, threads, and the registry.
    • Experience with Linux and comfortable traversing the terminal.
    • Knowledge of common attacker methodologies and exploit techniques.
    • Knowledge of network protocols and networking concepts.
    • Knowledge of x86 and x64 instruction set architectures.
    • Ability to analyze shellcode, packed, and obfuscated code.
    Target Salary Range SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range EEO An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

    Our Values Benefits At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily.

    We're fully committed to the growth of our employees.

    From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way.

    * Paid Time-Off and Holidays

    • Retirement
    • Life & Disability Insurance
    • Career Development
    • Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Financing
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Additional Benefits
    • Medical, Dental, & Vision Care