Senior Malware Analyst (Android)SERVISS LLC • Austin, TX, US

Senior Malware Analyst (Android)

SERVISS LLC • Austin, TX, US

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Job Description

Position SummarySERVISS is seeking a talented, diligent, and energetic Senior Malware Analyst / Reverses Engineer with deep expertise in Android application security to support a high-profile engagement. The expert analyst will be a key member of on-site teams at customer facilities (positions available in San Jose, CA; Austin, TX; and Bothell, WA). You will play a critical role in identifying, reverse engineering, and mitigating Android-based threats across a wide array of applications. This position demands a seasoned professional with extensive knowledge of threat vectors and reverse engineering techniques.Key Responsibilities

In-Depth Software Analysis : Perform comprehensive analysis of Android apps and SDKs to understand architecture, functionality, and security posture.
Reverse Engineering : Apply expert-level techniques such as decompilation, disassembly, and dynamic debugging to dissect obfuscated or undocumented code.
Risk & Threat Identification : Uncover malicious behavior, privacy violations, data exfiltration, and potential exploit vectors across Android platforms.
Tool Creation & Automation : Build and refine custom tools and scripts to support automated reverse engineering workflows and large-scale analysis.
Security Assessments : Evaluate the security of mobile applications and SDKs, producing reports and recommendations that align with industry and organizational standards.
Threat Intelligence : Analyze current and emerging threats, malware trends, and attacker methodologies targeting Android environments.
Cross-Team Collaboration : Share findings with stakeholders including developers, researchers, and security partners to improve product and platform security.
Continuous Development : Keep pace with Android platform changes, new threat vectors, and advancements in reverse engineering tools and methodologies.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’ degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems or related discipline

3 - 5 years of hands-on Android App / SDK Reverse Engineering

Strong understanding of Android operating system internals, security models, and application lifecycle

Deep understanding of Android fundamentals : AOSP, app lifecycles, permissions, and architecture

Strong grasp of mobile app store policies, particularly around Potentially Harmful Applications (PHAs), advertising abuse, and developer policy enforcement

Experience performing reverse engineering using tools such as JADX, Ghidra, IDA Pro, Apktool, MobSF, and Frida

Familiarity with Dalvik bytecode, APK / DEX / OAT formats, and JNI interactions

Experience scripting in Python, Bash, or similar languages for automation

Experience developing detection logic and malware signatures to assist in automated scanning and threat classification

Expertise conducting open-source threat research using MITRE ATT&CK, VirusTotal, ExploitDB, and other intelligence platforms

Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, and mobile frameworks like Flutter

Familiarity with mobile malware behavior, network traffic analysis, and mobile-specific attack vectors

Ability to write and analyze source code and leverage scripting (Python preferred) for task automation

Understanding of secure development principles, security engineering, cryptographic risk, and system hardening

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with ELF binary reverse engineering

Exposure to SQL or similar query languages for data analysis

Background in AI / ML for malware detection or behavioral analysis

Experience with incident response, threat hunting, or SOC environments

Strong analytical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with a knack for conveying technical findings clearly

Why Join SERVISSOur goal as an employer is simple yet profound : to create an environment where you can be your best self, pursue your passions, and enjoy the freedom to thrive both personally and professionally. Your success is our success, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way.

SERVISS delivers advanced cybersecurity and IT solutions to U.S. Government and commercial clients, with a focus on innovation, mission impact, and resilience. We are passionate about safeguarding systems, infrastructure, and data, and we are actively growing our team to support the most critical cybersecurity and advanced technology missions for our clients.Freedom to Thrive.

Be part of an exciting company with ground floor opportunities to include equity

Highly competitive compensation and best in class benefits

100% of medical, vision, dental, and life insurance premiums paid for by SERVISS

Opportunities for annual performance bonuses, growth incentives, and profit-sharing

401(k) retirement plan with 6% dollar for dollar match

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