Senior Malware Engineering Analyst

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 peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Responsibilities Peraton's DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical and administrative support to aid and advise DoS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate. This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats. Those supporting Peraton's DSCM program strive to leverage their expert knowledge and propose creative solutions to real-world cybersecurity challenges. Peraton is seeking a to hire an experienced Senior Malware Engineering Analyst to become part of Peraton's Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program to provide leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective and secure business processes. Location: Beltsville, MD and Rosslyn, VA. Ideally, looking for someone that is able to support a hybrid and flexible schedule, in the event of significant cyber incident a continuous on site presence will be required. In this role, you will: * Become a key member of the Incident Response Tiger Team supporting the Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT). * Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) level malware analysis support in a 24x7x365 environment.
* Share in-depth knowledge and intelligence gained from cyber security events with stakeholders. * Protect against and prevent potential cyber security threats and vulnerabilities.
* Provide SME level response, technical assistance and expertise for significant cyber incidents, investigations and related operational events.
* Develop and implement training programs for malware analysts.
* Conduct detailed research to increase awareness and readiness levels of the security operations center.
* Conduct advanced analysis and recommend remediation steps.
* Publish after-action reports, cyber defense techniques, guidance, and incident reports. * Review, draft, edit, update and publish cyber incident response plans.
#DSCM Qualifications Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years' of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
* Ability to resolve highly complex malware and intrusion issues using computer host analysis, forensics, and reverse engineering.
* Ability to recommend sound counter measures to malware and other malicious type code and applications which exploit customer communication systems.
* Experience in the development of policies and procedures to investigate malware incidents for the enterprise network.
* Experience handling state and national level intrusions.
* Experience with evidence custody and control procedures.
* Experience with Debuggers, Disassemblers, Unpacking Tools, and Binary analysis tools.
* Experience with static and dynamic malware analysis tools and techniques.
* Knowledge of IOCs and APT threat actors.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Incident Response Lifecycle.
* Demonstrated ability to utilize and leverage forensic tools to assist in determining scope and severity of a cybersecurity incident.
* Ability to identify remediation steps for cybersecurity events.
* Demostrarted strong organizational skills.
* Proven ability to operate in a time sensitive environment. * Proven ability to communicate orally and written; ability to brief (technical/informational) senior leadership.
* Must have ONE of the following certifications:
* CASP+ CE
* CCISO
* CCNA Cyber Ops
* CCNA-Security
* CCNP Security
* CEH
* CFR
* CISA
* CISM
* CISSP (or Associate)
* CISSP-ISSAP
* CISSP-ISSEP
* Cloud+
* CySA+
* GCED
* GCIA
* GCIH
* GICSP
* GSLC
* SCYBER
* U.S. citizenship required
* Must possess an Active Secret security clearance. * The ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: * Knowledge of host and network forensic analysis.
* Knowledge of high and low level programming.
* Knowledge of network, architecture, design and security.
* Knowledge of system design and process methodologies.
* Experience in developing and delivering comprehensive training programs. * Experience collaborating with cross functional teams.
* Experience working in the inter-agency environment. * Ability to communicate technical concepts to executive level leadership.
#DSCM Target Salary Range $146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. 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

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