Principal Threat Analysis Engineer

Direct Staffing Inc

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Herndon, VA, us on site Until 8/23/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

Information Technology - Computer Software 

Principal Threat Analysis Engineer 

Herndon





Exp 5-7 years

Deg Bachelors

Relo

Bonus


Job Description


 Responsibilities

Conduct project-based research into cyber attacks, working with internal analysts to produce intelligence on the techniques & motivations which drive today’s attacks.

Day-to-day duties include reverse-engineering attacks at network and file level to create a detailed anatomy of campaigns.

Research & prototype new technologies and systems that enhance Symantec’s ability to identify and gather intelligence on notable attacks.

Build upon existing monitoring infrastructure to ensure Symantec maintains superior visibility into the threat landscape.


Qualifications


B.Sc /M.Sc in a computer science-related field, or equivalent industry experience. 

Experience in reverse-engineering x86 malware.

Working knowledge of C/C++ software.

Proficiency in use of IDA, Ollydbg, HIEW or equivalent tools.

Knowledge of both Windows and Unix vulnerabilities.

Familiarity with network-based attack methods & tools Scripting experience developing tools (Python preferable).


All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Direct Staffing Inc


About this role

Summary

Research and analyze cyber attacks, reverse-engineer malware, develop threat detection technologies.

Job title

Principal Threat Analysis Engineer

Experience level

5-7 years

Industry

software

Location requirements

Herndon, VA, US; remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

reverse-engineeringC/C++IDASOllydbgHIEWWindows vulnerabilitiesUnix vulnerabilitiesPython

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

cybersecurityreverse engineeringmalware analysisnetwork securitythreat intelligence
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Herndon, VA 20170, USA

On-site City