Valiant Solutions · 6 months ago
Forensics / Malware Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$101K/yr - $121K/yr
10+ years expValiant Solutions is a security-focused IT solutions provider with a commitment to employee development and excellence. They are seeking a highly skilled Forensics and Malware Analyst to perform deep forensic investigations and advanced malware analysis to uncover and neutralize sophisticated threats, supporting high-profile federal systems.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredHiring Manager
Lauren Holtzapple
Responsibilities
Perform digital forensic analysis of systems, drives, and media across both cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring proper evidence preservation and chain-of-custody
Conduct advanced static and dynamic analysis of malicious code and files, documenting findings for inclusion in incident reports and intelligence products
Respond to major security incidents, including on-site investigation and evidence collection at client facilities when required
Maintain and operate forensic toolkits, ensuring readiness for rapid deployment during incident investigations
Correlate forensic and malware findings with known threat intelligence to identify threat actor TTPs and potential attack paths
Provide recommendations to enhance detection of zero-day exploits and advanced malware, supporting the mission of the enterprise SOC
Collaborate with SOC, incident response, and engineering teams to integrate forensic and malware analysis results into broader threat detection and defense strategies
Mentor junior analysts in proper evidence handling, forensic techniques, and malware analysis methods
Maintain comprehensive documentation of forensic procedures, tools used, findings, and recommendations
Recommend additional forensic or malware analysis tools to improve capabilities and efficiency
Participate in cross-agency collaboration efforts, sharing findings and insights to strengthen collective cybersecurity defenses
Qualification
Required
Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance
10+ years of IT experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Digital Forensics, or related field, or four (4) additional years of professional experience
Proven experience in digital forensics, including forensic imaging, evidence handling, and chain-of-custody procedures for both cloud and on-premises environments
Proficiency with leading forensic tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Cellebrite) and malware analysis toolsets (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra, OllyDbg, Cuckoo Sandbox)
Experience conducting both static and dynamic malware analysis, reverse engineering, and identifying obfuscation techniques
Familiarity with threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and applying them to forensic and malware analysis
Understanding of secure handling and analysis of dangerous malware in controlled environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing detailed forensic and malware analysis reports for both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to stay current with emerging malware trends, zero-day threats, and advanced evasion techniques
Preferred
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE)
Certified Computer Forensics Examiner (CCFE)
GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)
Benefits
Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
100% Paid Certifications
401K Matching up to 4%
Paid Time Off
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time On – 40 hours to pursue innovation
Wellness & Fitness Program
Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal
Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking
FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
Referral Bonuses
Company
Valiant Solutions
Valiant Solutions is an information technology company that offers Information Security services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Bluestone Investment Partners
2024-12-18Private Equity
Leadership Team
Matt Raydo
President & CEO
Kristi Grigg
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-02-19
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