Reports to: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Location: Knoxville Tennessee (Hybrid remote)

Position Summary:

• The Malware Expert is a specialized role responsible for analyzing and understanding the inner workings of malicious software. This individual will dissect malware to understand its functionalities, characteristics, and potential impact, with the aim of enhancing RKCS's cybersecurity posture and creating effective countermeasures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Malware Analysis: Perform deep analysis of various forms of malware, including but not limited to ransomware, trojans, and spyware.
• Tool Development: Develop internal tools and scripts to automate malware analysis tasks and integrate with other cybersecurity systems.
• Threat Intelligence: Contribute to threat intelligence by providing detailed analysis and countermeasures for malware threats.
• Incident Response Support: Collaborate with the incident response team to assess the nature and scope of malware in security incidents.
• Data Correlation: Correlate data from various sources to create a comprehensive understanding of malware threats against RKCS.
• Reporting: Create detailed reports and documentation that can be used by both technical and non-technical staff, outlining findings and recommendations.
• Signature Development: Create and fine-tune detection signatures that can be used by RKCS's security systems to detect malware.
• Knowledge Sharing: Mentor and educate other cybersecurity staff on best practices and techniques in malware analysis.
• Collaboration: Work closely with software developers, network engineers, and other cybersecurity experts to implement and improve security measures.
• Research: Stay abreast of the latest malware trends, tactics, and technologies in order to continuously improve skills and tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in malware analysis or a similar cybersecurity role.
• Proficiency in reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, OllyDbg, or similar.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C , Python, or Assembly.
• Strong understanding of operating systems, particularly Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of data.

Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter and resume, to careers@rkcybersolutions.com