Malware Intelligence Analyst (Remote)

**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. * 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. * 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.