Alex Staff
Malware Intelligence Analyst (Remote)
Alex StaffArgentina23 hours ago
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Role Overview

A global leader in server-side security is looking forMalware Intelligence Analysts to join a high-priority Malware Processing Team. This role is designed for cybersecurity experts who specialize in investigating web-based threats, reverse engineering malicious code, and developing automated detection methods to protect web hosting infrastructure on a massive scale.

This is a 100% remote position.

Shift & Schedule

The team operates on an on-call/shift rotation to ensure global coverage. Candidates must be comfortable with the following:

  • Working 5 days a week during local daytime hours without night shifts
  • A rotating schedule where the two days off will not always fall on Saturday and Sunday
  • Availability for a daily team sync at 3:00 PM CET

Core Responsibilities

  • Analyze various types of malware targeting web hosting servers, including PHP backdoors, JavaScript injections, SEO spam, and redirectors
  • Perform reverse engineering on heavily obfuscated code to uncover its logic and origin
  • Create and refine high-performance detection signatures using complex PCRE (Regex) to ensure proactive protection with minimal false positives
  • Research emerging attack techniques targeting CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), plugins, and themes
  • Evaluate the impact of threats to prevent breaking files or websites during the mitigation process
  • Publish research on new security threats to contribute to the global cybersecurity community

Requirements

  • 3+ years of professional experience with PHP and JavaScript, with a focus on interpreting and deconstructing complex code logic
  • 2+ years of experience with WordPress (CMS), including a deep understanding of its architecture and vulnerabilities
  • Expertise in Regular Expressions (PCRE), including performance optimization, anchors (e.g., \A vs ^), and modifiers
  • Proven Web Reverse Engineering skills, specifically in JS/PHP deobfuscation and unpacking malicious payloads
  • Experience cleaning up websites from malware (big plus)
  • Experience with web attacks (web application and browser security) and their mitigation methods;
  • Solid understanding of web server software and hosting systems architectures
  • English proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate (B2) level or higher for effective international collaboration
  • Openness to engaging via a B2B contract

Benefits

  • Competitive monthly gross salary for B2B engagement
  • Fully remote work environment focused on local daytime shifts
  • Comprehensive professional development through mentorship and knowledge-exchange programs
  • 24 days of paid vacation per year, 10 national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves
  • Compensation for private medical insurance
  • Reimbursement for co-working spaces and gym/sports memberships
  • Recognition programs for innovative ideas and patented contributions

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