Senior Malware Analyst/Reverse Engineer

Overview In this onsite role at Camp Pendleton, you will lead advanced malware analysis and reverse engineering to support Marine Corps C5ISR programs. You’ll work with a cross-functional team to identify threats, develop intelligence, and enhance MCAB capabilities through technical reporting and tool development. This position combines hands-on analysis with collaboration with vendors and stakeholders to strengthen cyber defenses. A clear mission is improving defense systems through deep threat research and automation. Compensation / BenefitsGenerous PTO with tenure increasesFlex time11 company-paid holidays & float days401(k) match up to 4%Education and training assistance up to $5,250/yearLow-cost medical plans with HSA; no-cost life insurance ResponsibilitiesPerform complex static and dynamic malware analysis on a range of threats from commodity malware to nation-state malwareReverse engineer suspicious code to identify techniques and indicatorsConduct deep dives into attacker TTPs and cyberattack methodsIdentify malware families, actor techniques, and notable code sequencesAutomate malware analysis and intelligence gathering processesSearch datasets for novel samples, IOCs, and actor TTPsResearch threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits to enhance MCAB capabilitiesServe as senior technical expert for internal cyber event analysisDocument findings in technical reports and present to stakeholdersCollaborate with business representatives, tech specialists, and vendorsSupport peers in producing and disseminating reportsContribute cybersecurity perspectives to MCAB cyber assessments Key requirementsBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fieldThree+ years’ malware analysis and reverse engineering experienceExperience with debuggers, disassemblers, and tools (IDA Pro, Ghidra)Scripting experience (Python, C, JavaScript, VBScript)Knowledge of operating systems, processor architectures, and networkingStrong written and verbal communication skillsActive Security Clearance - SecretCoordination with stakeholders and vendorsClear written and verbal communicationAbility to simplify complex problems for varied audiencesMalware analysisReverse engineeringStatic and dynamic analysis