Malware Analyst (Android Platform)

FocusKPI is seeking a Malware Analyst (Android Platform) for a 12-month contract with potential to extend. The role involves reverse engineering Android apps, malwares and SDKs, analyzing malware, and developing framework/custom scripts and tools to automate the malware analysis process.

Requirements

• 3+ years of proven work experience in malware analysis and research
• Education requirement: Associate's Degree (Community College, MBO); College degree
• Strong knowledge of malware operation and indicators of compromise
• Good understanding of tools such as Metasploit and Cobalt Strike
• Experience with reverse engineering tools (such as IDA Pro, OllyDbg, or Ghidra)
• Proficient in scripting languages (such as Python, Bash)
• Experience with Android OS architecture and application structure is preferred (APK format, permissions model, services, activities)
• Preferred experience with a sandbox environment for executing malware