Malware Analyst

Android Malware Analyst People Prime Worldwide Hyderabad, Telangana, India (Hybrid) Apply Job Title: Android Malware Analyst Location: Bangalore/Pune/Hyderabad/Chennai/Noida/Mumbai Experience: 3–5 Years (STRICTLY) Employment Type: Permanent Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Only [Notice period serving candidates can apply] CTC: [3–5 yrs] – Up to 12 LPA [5–8 yrs] – Up to 19 LPA About the Company Our client is a leading global IT and cybersecurity services provider with a strong presence across multiple geographies. They specialize in advanced threat intelligence, digital forensics, vulnerability assessment, and malware research. With a focus on innovation and proactive defense, they help global enterprises protect their digital ecosystems and strengthen cybersecurity resilience. Job Description Perform reverse engineering and malware analysis of Android applications (APK/DEX). Conduct initial triage and security analysis of a high volume of mobile applications. Identify, classify, and document malicious code and threat indicators. Research potential attack vectors and emerging Android threats. Collaborate with the team to enhance Android Security & Privacy measures. Advocate and enforce secure coding and best security practices. Use automation, scripting, and sandbox environments to detect malicious behavior. Prepare accurate and detailed analysis reports and recommend mitigation strategies. Mandatory Skills Strong expertise in IDA Pro and Ghidra Hands-on experience with Android APK analysis and malware reverse engineering Experience supporting M1 or M2 analysis tasks Sound understanding of ARM-based architecture Strong knowledge of End Point Security – Threat Research Proficiency in Python scripting for automation Solid foundation in security engineering, authentication, and applied cryptography Preferred Skills Android application development experience in C/C++ and Java Knowledge of threat modeling, security assessments, and design reviews Experience using sandbox and automated malware detection tools Proven ability to classify and categorize malware per defined SOPs Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related technical field 2–3 years of hands-on experience in malware analysis, reverse engineering, or threat research Important Note (Please Read Before Applying) Do NOT apply if: You have less than 3 years or more than 8 years of experience You lack real-world Android malware analysis or reverse engineering experience You are on a notice period longer than 15 days You are seeking remote-only roles (hybrid/work-from-office preferred depending on location) You do not meet the mandatory technical skill requirements Apply ONLY if you meet ALL criteria above. Irrelevant applications will not be processed. Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Industry IT Services and IT Consulting Employment Type Full-time Job Functions Information Technology Skills Android Research Skills Reverse Engineering Malware Analysis C++ Android Development C (Programming Language) Engineering Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Java Screening questions Required qualifications How many total years of hands-on experience do you have in malware analysis or reverse engineering (Must be between 3–8 years) Ideal Answer: Yes Which tools have you used for reverse engineering Android applications (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra, JADX, etc.) Ideal Answer: Yes Have you analyzed and classified malicious Android APKs in real-time projects Yes / No Ideal Answer: Yes What is your current notice period (Only Immediate / Ideal Answer: Yes Have you carefully read the JD and confirm you meet ALL mandatory skills and conditions Yes / No Ideal Answer: Yes