Malware Analyst III

Job Description

Job Description

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD.

Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen

Clearance: Top Secret clearance SCI w/ Polygraph. No exceptions.

VMR Strategic Solutions is seeking a Malware Analyst III to support the Media Malware Analysis (MMA) efforts required for delivery of malware products as part of the effort to analyze and report on malware in support of and cyberspace operations. The candidate will possess senior-level experience as a Malware Analyst with a background in cutting-edge cyberspace technologies. The candidate will facilitate SSP development and certification and accreditation support for new malware analysis systems; support operations oversight and governance for malware throughout the DODIN.

Duties

• Applies knowledge on subjects relating to the conduct of Malware Analysis activities through governance and business practices
• Works under consultative direction toward predetermined Mission Assurance goals and objectives; assignments are often self-initiated
• Develops design specifications by inspection and analysis to offset various malware and to protect and defend USCYBERCOM infrastructure
• Develops, researches, and maintains proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding, and encryption
• Conducts vulnerability assessments/penetration tests of information systems; creates malware detection topologies

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• 10 years of experience as a Malware Analyst
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
• DoD 8570 IAM-2 Certification, CSSP Manager
• Must be able to meet customer facility COVID requirements

Required Clearance

• Top Secret clearance SCI w/ Polygraph