Senior Malware Researcher

• Lead in-depth analysis of Windows and Linux malware samples, with a particular focus on ransomware. This includes static and dynamic analysis to understand the behavior, mechanisms, and objectives of the malware.
• Set research direction by identifying ransomware trends, prioritizing analysis targets, and proposing enhancements to detection and recovery capabilities.
• Create comprehensive reports detailing ransomware analysis findings, including encryption methods, identification of encryption flaws, ransom note patterns, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and recommended decryption or mitigation strategies.
• Design, develop, and validate advanced decryptors, including those requiring novel cryptographic analysis or exploitation of implementation flaws.
• Design and develop tools to automate malware analysis tasks, streamline workflows, and enhance overall efficiency in malware research activities.
• Mentor and review the work of other researchers, providing technical guidance and ensuring the quality and accuracy of deliverables.
• Provide expert support to other teams within the organization, answering malware-related queries.
• Represent Halcyon in the security community through technical blogs, conference presentations, and research publications.

• Extensive experience in analyzing both Windows and Linux malware, with deep expertise in ransomware behaviors, encryption algorithms, and evasion techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, x64dbg, WinDbg, and GDB.
• Expertise in writing and optimizing YARA rules to detect and classify malware effectively.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C, or C++, with experience building analysis tools and automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms (VirusTotal, MalwareBazaar, Any.Run, etc.) and ability to correlate malware findings with broader threat landscapes.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams and translate technical research into actionable detection and product improvements.I
• Excellent technical writing skills to document analysis findings clearly and concisely.

• Experience in Rust programming.
• Experience in applying machine learning techniques and feature engineering to malware classification and detection.
• Experience in writing technical blog posts and delivering presentations at conferences on topics related to malware research.

Benefits:

Halcyon offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents.

• 401k plan with a generous employer contribution.

• Short and long-term disability coverage, basic life and AD&D insurance plans.

• Medical and dependent care FSA options.

• Flexible PTO policy.

• Parental leave.

• Generous equity offering.

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.​

Base Salary Range: $180,000 - $240,000