Forensic and Malware Lead

Job overview

The Forensic and Malware Lead role is onsite in Washington, DC. Compensation is not specified. cFocus Software supports the Administrative Office of the United States Courts (AOUSC), including its Security Operations Division operations; the position requires a Public Trust clearance. The lead directs digital forensic investigations and malware analysis, preserving evidence and producing technical findings for cybersecurity incidents. Coordination with triage and incident response teams supports investigation, containment, remediation, recovery, and continuous improvement of security operations.

What you'll do

• Lead digital forensics and malware analysis
• investigate Windows, Linux, macOS, cloud, and enterprise environments
• analyze malware, forensic artifacts, memory, endpoint telemetry, SIEM data, and timelines
• coordinate with triage and incident response teams
• collect and preserve evidence with chain-of-custody procedures
• produce forensic and malware reports
• support priority incidents, threat hunting, and process improvement
• maintain procedures and operational playbooks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

forensic and malware lead

washington dc

cfocus software

aousc

onsite

digital forensics

malware analysis

incident response

security operations

public trust clearance

gcfa

grem

cfce

osed

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Supports AOUSC Security Operations Division and requires eligibility to obtain a Public Trust clearance; active GCFA, GREM, CFCE, or OSED certification is required.

About the employer

cFocus Software Incorporated is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.