Security Analyst- Forensics/Malware Analysis

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Washington, DC, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Professional Services • Defense
The Role
Support digital forensics and malware analysis for incident response: analyze digital media and malicious code, investigate and contain security incidents, coordinate with cyber defense teams, and produce forensic documentation and reports to support remediation and closure.
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Company Description

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

Job Description

*** This position is contingent upon contract award ***

Overview

SOSi is seeking a Security Analyst – Forensics/Malware Analysis to support cyber defense and incident response activities in alignment with our customer. This role is responsible for supporting digital forensics and malware analysis activities, including analysis of digital media, investigation of security incidents, and support to remediation and response activities.

Responsibilities

  • Perform digital forensics analysis in support of cybersecurity investigations and incident response activities
  • Conduct digital media analysis to support identification, investigation, and response to security events
  • Support malware analysis activities to assess malicious code, artifacts, and indicators associated with cyber threats
  • Support investigation, containment, remediation, and closure of cybersecurity incidents
  • Coordinate with cyber defense and incident response teams to support seamless execution across the incident response lifecycle
  • Support documentation and reporting associated with forensic and malware analysis activities

Qualifications

  • Experience:
    • Five (5) years of security-related experience
    • Extensive experience in digital media analysis
    • Extensive experience in digital forensics
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in cybersecurity, digital forensics, information systems, computer science, or a related field or Four (4) additional years of relevant digital forensics or cybersecurity experience
  • Certifications:
    • At least one of:
  • GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
  • GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE)
  • GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
  • GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
  • GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC)
  • GIAC Continuous Monitoring (GMON)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
     
  • Preferred:
    • CISSP
    • CCSP
    • SSCP
  • Clearance/Suitability: Secret (active); Top Secret, SCI Clearance (eligible)

 

Additional Information

Work Environment

  • Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties in deployed locations.
  • Core hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 0600 – 1700.
  • May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

Skills Required

  • Five (5) years of security-related experience
  • Extensive experience in digital media analysis
  • Extensive experience in digital forensics
  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, digital forensics, information systems, computer science, or related field OR four additional years of relevant experience
  • At least one of: GCFA, GCFE, GREM, GCIH, GCIA, GSOC, GMON, CEH, CySA+, CASP+
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Top Secret/SCI eligibility (ability to obtain/review for higher clearance)
  • CISSP, CCSP, or SSCP

SOSi Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SOSi and has not been reviewed or approved by SOSi.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is considered a relative strength, with international plan options and substantial employer contribution that support OCONUS and travel-heavy work. Company materials also highlight a comprehensive medical offering alongside wellness support.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) program is available, with indications of employer matching though specifics are not publicly detailed. This suggests foundational retirement support for eligible employees.
  • Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Compensation is often characterized as competitive for cleared, hard‑to‑hire, and certain overseas or mission‑critical roles. Pay levels appear closely tied to contract demands, clearance, and location.

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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
2,460 Employees
Year Founded: 1989

What We Do

SOSi is a technology and services integrator focused on the aerospace, defense, and government services industry, described as one of the largest private, founder-owned companies in its sector.

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