Malware Analyst (m/f/x)

Junior/Senior, part or full time position based in Vienna

As one of the industry leaders in Security Software Products, IKARUS is continuously on track to shape the international IT security landscape. Being a leading provider of security software products, IKARUS has been established on the market for decades. To support our clients to stay safe and to improve the detection coverage of our software we are looking forward to adding your talent to our team.

Your mission:

You find effective ways for detecting new malware
You analyze new trends in viruses to capture the important features
You automate the analysis and signature creation
You help us to build a dynamic analysis environment
You improve our anomaly detection systems and research better solutions

Your qualifications:

Understanding of malware intrusion vectors and different file formats
Experience with analysis tools (hex editors, debuggers, IDA Pro)
Expertise with Python and SQL
Big plus: knowledge of machine learning, algorithms, and C++
You are driven by challenges and have an endless curiosity concerning problem-solving

Your benefits:

A fun and international working environment with 13 different nationalities
Free coffee and fruit, beer dispenser for after work and regular team events
Flexible working hours
Option of working from home
NO All-In-contract!

Moreover, the fascinating subject area and international exchange, we offer a stable and friendly environment, plenty of room for personal growth, and open-mindedness for change and improvement. The annual gross salary starts with € 42.000,- (for a full-time position) based on the collective agreement (IT-KV), overpayment is possible according to experience and qualifications. In the end, your skillset counts, let’s talk!

Your next step:

Please email your application to jobs@ikarus.at. We look forward to getting in touch with you.

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