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Mobile Threat Analyst Active Top Secret - Peraton
Software Engineer
Analyze and mitigate mobile cyber threats for high‑impact government missions, leveraging reverse engineering, threat intel, and incident response on iOS and Android platforms using Python and SIEM tools.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct deep-dive analysis of mobile malware and adversary tools targeting iOS and Android devices.
- Develop and maintain detection rules, signatures, and analytics within SIEM and endpoint platforms.
- Produce actionable threat intelligence reports and brief stakeholders on emerging mobile threats.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional cyber teams to design mitigation strategies and support incident response efforts.
- Stay current on mobile threat landscape, emerging vulnerabilities, and exploit techniques.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain).
- 3+ years of experience in mobile security, malware analysis, or related cyber‑defense roles.
- Proficiency in reverse engineering mobile binaries using tools such as IDA, Ghidra, or Hopper.
- Strong scripting skills in Python for automation and data parsing.
- Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and incident response processes.