Senior Malware Defense Manager

Bank of America

. Lead the Malware Research & Analysis (MRA) team within Global Malware Defense, with accountability for strategy, priorities, talent, and execution .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $155,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and incident response, with a strong focus on leading technical teams and operationalizing research into actionable security improvements. Proven ability to communicate complex technical issues effectively to diverse audiences while driving advancements in security tooling and methodologies.

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Malware AnalysisReverse EngineeringIncident ResponseTeam LeadershipMITRE ATT&CK Framework

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Hard Skills

Static AnalysisDynamic AnalysisBehavioral AnalysisMalware BehaviorsObfuscation TechniquesCommand-and-ControlTechnical AnalysisAnalytical MethodologiesSecurity Tooling ImprovementsAutomation Processes

Soft Skills

CoachingDecision-MakingProblem-SolvingCommunicationTechnical Direction

Tools & Technologies

IDA ProGhidraEDR/XDRSIEMSandboxing

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityMalware ResearchThreat IntelligenceEmerging TechnologiesHigh-Impact Security Events

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Malware Research & Analysis (MRA) team within Global Malware Defense, with accountability for strategy, priorities, talent, and execution
Provide leadership, coaching, and technical direction to malware analysts and reverse engineers
Oversee advanced malware research, analysis, and reverse engineering
Identify malware capabilities, behaviors, indicators, infrastructure, and emerging attacker techniques
Operationalize malware research and analysis into improved detection, prevention, hunting, and response capabilities
Partner with malware control owners, threat intelligence, incident response, engineering, and other cybersecurity teams
Lead and provide technical oversight for complex malware investigations, escalations, and high-impact security events
Provide technical support during cybersecurity incidents involving malware
Advance tooling, automation, analytical methodologies, processes, and emerging technologies
Develop technical talent, establish quality standards, and ensure timely, consistent, high-quality analytical outcomes
Lead and manage a team of 12 direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, malware analysis, reverse engineering, incident response, threat research, or related technical disciplines
5+ years of experience managing technical teams, with demonstrated ability to build, coach, and develop cybersecurity talent
Strong understanding of malware analysis and reverse engineering concepts, including static, dynamic, and behavioral analysis
Strong knowledge of malware behaviors, persistence, obfuscation, command-and-control, attacker techniques, and reverse engineering methodologies and tools such as IDA Pro and Ghidra
Knowledge of endpoint, network, and other security technologies, including EDR/XDR, SIEM, sandboxing, and related platforms
Understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures and frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
Experience supporting complex cybersecurity incidents and coordinating technical analysis, escalation, and response across multiple teams
Ability to translate technical findings into actionable detection, prevention, hunting, response, and defensive-control improvements
Experience driving improvements in security tooling, automation, analytical processes, or technical capabilities
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills
Ability to communicate complex technical issues to technical and leadership audiences

Benefits

Comp & perks

Affordable, competitive and flexible benefits
Support for physical, emotional, and financial wellness
Opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact
Paid time off
Resources and support for employees
Eligibility to participate in the annual discretionary plan
Annual discretionary award based on individual performance, line of business/group performance, and Company success