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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled Malware Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of malware behavior, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques. You will be responsible for analyzing malicious software, understanding its impact, and developing strategies to protect our systems and data. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to think like an attacker. You will work closely with other cybersecurity professionals to identify vulnerabilities, respond to incidents, and implement security measures. Your work will be critical in safeguarding our organization against cyber threats. The successful candidate will have experience with various malware analysis tools and techniques, a solid understanding of operating systems and network protocols, and the ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders. You will also be expected to stay up-to-date with the latest threats and trends in cybersecurity, participate in threat intelligence sharing, and contribute to the development of our security policies and procedures. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have a knack for uncovering hidden threats, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Analyze and reverse-engineer malware to understand its behavior and impact.
- Develop and implement strategies to detect and mitigate malware threats.
- Collaborate with other cybersecurity professionals to identify and respond to security incidents.
- Conduct threat hunting and vulnerability assessments.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest malware trends and attack vectors.
- Create detailed reports and documentation of malware analysis findings.
- Develop and maintain malware analysis tools and scripts.
- Provide guidance and training to other team members on malware analysis techniques.
- Participate in threat intelligence sharing with industry peers and organizations.
- Assist in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for signs of malicious activity.
- Perform forensic analysis on compromised systems.
- Work with incident response teams to contain and remediate security breaches.
- Conduct research on emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- Develop and maintain a malware sample repository.
- Automate malware analysis processes to improve efficiency.
- Collaborate with software developers to improve the security of applications.
- Provide input on security architecture and design decisions.
- Participate in security audits and assessments.
- Communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in malware analysis or a related cybersecurity role.
- Strong understanding of malware behavior, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques.
- Experience with malware analysis tools such as IDA Pro, OllyDbg, and Wireshark.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C, and Assembly.
- Solid understanding of operating systems, network protocols, and cybersecurity principles.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms and sharing.
- Knowledge of incident response and digital forensics.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO, and MITRE ATT&CK.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
- Experience with automated malware analysis tools and techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to think like an attacker and anticipate potential threats.
- Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
- Knowledge of cloud security and virtualization technologies.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GREM are a plus.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with malware analysis tools?
- How do you stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends?
- Can you provide an example of a complex malware analysis you conducted?
- How do you approach reverse-engineering malware?
- What programming languages are you proficient in?
- How do you handle and prioritize multiple security incidents?
- Can you describe a time when you had to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders?
- What is your experience with threat intelligence sharing?
- How do you ensure the accuracy and reliability of your malware analysis findings?
- Can you describe your experience with incident response and digital forensics?
- What security frameworks and standards are you familiar with?
- How do you approach developing and implementing security policies and procedures?
- Can you describe a time when you had to work under pressure to mitigate a security threat?
- What is your experience with automated malware analysis tools and techniques?
- How do you collaborate with other cybersecurity professionals to identify and respond to threats?
- What is your experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems?
- How do you ensure the security of cloud and virtualization technologies?
- What certifications do you hold in the field of cybersecurity?
- How do you handle sensitive and confidential information?
- Can you describe a time when you had to think like an attacker to anticipate potential threats?
