Senior Cyber Forensics and Malware Analyst

Job Description Join Our Team as a Senior Cyber Forensics and Malware Analyst

At BAE Systems, we're passionate about harnessing the power of technology to create innovative solutions that make a real impact. As a leader in the cybersecurity industry, we're committed to protecting our customers' most valuable assets from ever-evolving threats. We're seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Forensics and Malware Analyst to lead our team in Dulles, VA, and drive the development of cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, with professional development and growth opportunities.

As a Senior Cyber Forensics and Malware Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our systems and networks. Your key responsibilities will include conducting forensic data acquisitions, malware reverse engineering, and analysis of system anomalies to identify potential security threats. You will also monitor access to cyber tools in all environments for suspicious access attempts or activity, analyze and reverse engineer malware, and generate exploit capability summaries. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate incident detection, investigation, and response workflows, and provide expert guidance on cybersecurity best practices and threat intelligence.

In this role, you will work on projects such as conducting forensic data acquisitions, malware reverse engineering, and analysis of system anomalies in support of security operations. You will also analyze malware and develop countermeasures to prevent future attacks, and analyze system anomalies to identify potential security threats. Your expertise will help us develop and implement robust cybersecurity strategies, and your leadership skills will inspire and motivate our team to deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct forensic data acquisitions (volatile and non-volatile), malware reverse engineering, and analysis of system anomalies in support of security operations
• Analyze and reverse engineer malware, and generate exploit capability summaries
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate incident detection, investigation, and response workflows
• Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity best practices and threat intelligence
• Monitor access to cyber tools in all environments for suspicious access attempts or activity

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
• Experience: Minimum 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 3+ years of experience in cyber forensics and malware analysis

Skills:

• Strong understanding of cyber forensics and malware analysis tools and technologies
• Experience with incident response tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, threat intelligence platforms)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

Certifications:

• DoDM 8140.03 (former DoD 8570.01-M) Level 1 Certification within six months of starting position
• Possession of at least one intermediate- to advanced-level certification recognized by industry standards in the relevant field of practice

Behavioral Requirements:

• Works under general supervision. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.
• Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Education:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

• Experience with AI-enabled SOAR platforms (Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, Microsoft Sentinel) and automated forensic artifact analysis tools (Cape Sandbox, VirusTotal)

• Experience with ServiceNow and incident response workflows
• Strong understanding of threat intelligence and vulnerability management
• Experience with cloud security and datacenter networks

• CompTIA Security+, CEH, OSCP, GCIH, GCFA, GREM or related industry certifications

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.