Lead Malware Analyst
Job description
Our client is a global bank in Sydney looking for a Vice President of Malware Analysis. This role focuses on enhancing cybersecurity by analyzing malware, responding to threats, and developing strategies to mitigate risks.
The ideal candidate will have experience in malware analysis within banking or critical infrastructure, a solid understanding of network traffic, and skills in dynamic/static analysis. Strong communication abilities are essential for collaborating with diverse teams.
Responsibilities
Conduct both static and dynamic malware analysis to extract Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) and classify malware families.
Take proactive measures against threat actors, neutralising potential risks.
Analyse and respond to various malware alerts and related events in depth.
Reverse engineer emerging malware and produce detailed reports.
Perform forensic analysis of both disk and memory systems.
Refine and implement effective risk management strategies.
Analyze security log data in real time, identifying trends across various security systems and devices.
Manage log monitoring systems by maintaining data sources, developing detection rules, and setting alert thresholds.
Respond to user-reported incidents, assess the severity, and classify security events.
Conduct initial triage to eliminate false positives.
Identify recurring security risks and devise plans for mitigation and process improvements.
Apply and interpret security policies and procedures.
Develop incident escalation protocols and create disaster recovery and contingency plans.
Requirements
Direct malware analysis experience within sectors like banking, critical infrastructure, big tech, or vendors.
Strong expertise in both dynamic and static malware analysis.
Background in analysing malware-related network traffic.
Skilled in reversing encryption and obfuscation techniques.
Proven ability to track malware families, infrastructure, and threat actor campaigns.
Preferred certifications include GCIH, GREM, GCFA, CISSP, or CCSP.
Knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, etc.
Experience in creating automation tools or scripts.
Strong communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences.
Familiarity with cloud technologies from at least one major provider (AWS, GCP, Azure).
Relevant certifications and knowledge of cloud technologies are preferred.
Salary: AUD$200k per annum plus Superannuation + Bonus
Hybrid working - 3 Days at office
If you are keen please reach out to bharath@tenten-partners.com.
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