Malware Analysis Team Leader

**Why Join Us?**:
Check Point’s mission is to provide industry-leading security solutions that redefine the security landscape. We achieve our mission by constantly developing innovative and cutting edge technology solutions focused on real customer needs while challenging ourselves to grow and excel.

If you want to be part of the fascinating and fast-growing cybersecurity industry, where your unique talent and value will be recognized, Check Point Software Technologies is where you want to be.

The work of our researchers is constantly presented at international conferences and covered by major media outlets globally. Threat research is an exciting area for us, and we give the CP
members the freedom and means to practice it

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Lead the Malware Analysis Team**: Manage and mentor a team of skilled researchers on identifying, analyzing, and mitigating malware associated with cybercrime, including ransomware, banking Trojans, exploit kits, and other forms of cybercriminal malware.
- **Cybercrime Threat Intelligence**: Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to analyze malware in the context of cybercrime syndicates and criminal activity. Identify trends, tactics, and patterns in malware usage by cybercriminal groups and provide actionable intelligence to relevant teams and external partners.
- **Malware Reverse Engineering**: Lead efforts in reverse-engineering malicious software, tracking variants, and identifying attack techniques, tactics, and procedures (TTPs) cybercriminal actors use.
- **Cross-Functional Collaboration**: Work closely with internal teams (e.g., Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, SOC) and external stakeholders (e.g., law enforcement, CERT, threat intelligence providers) to share findings, collaborate on investigations and coordinate actions to disrupt cybercrime activities.
- **Publication and Thought Leadership**: Produce detailed, high-quality research reports and technical papers based on malware analysis and cybercrime investigations. Contribute to the publication of findings in industry-leading forums, conferences, and journals, establishing the organization as a thought leader in cybersecurity.
- **Presentations and Reporting**: Prepare and deliver presentations to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executives, legal teams, and law enforcement. Communicate complex findings, research insights, and actionable intelligence on cybercrime and malware trends.
- **Training and Development**: Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on malware analysis techniques, threat hunting, and reporting. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging knowledge sharing and professional development within the team.
- **Stay Informed on Emerging Threats**: Regularly monitor and research new and evolving cybercrime tactics, malware trends, and global threat intelligence. Leverage this knowledge to enhance the organization's defense posture and share updates with relevant stakeholders.

**Qualifications**:

- 5+ years of experience in **malware analysis**, **cybercrime investigations**, or related fields.
- 2+ years in a leadership or team management role with experience leading cybersecurity operations in high-stakes environments.

**Technical Skills**

Expertise in **malware reverse engineering** (static and dynamic analysis).
- Proficiency in using industry-standard tools such as **IDA Pro**, **X64, VT, Etc.**:

- Strong understanding of common malware types used in cybercrime (e.g., **ransomware**, **keyloggers**, **exploit kits**, mobile threats**).
- Development skills with **Python**, **C/C++**, **Assembly**, or other scripting languages for malware analysis and automation.

**Cybercrime Knowledge**: Strong understanding of cybercriminal tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Experience with investigating ransomware campaigns, fraud schemes, financially motivated attacks, and other forms of cybercrime.
- **Presentation & Communication Skills**: Proven ability to present complex malware analysis findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong presentation skills for delivering high-level briefings to executives, law enforcement, and external partners.
- **Publication & Research Experience**: Experience publishing technical research, white papers, or blog posts on malware analysis, threat intelligence, or cybercrime. Familiarity with presenting research at industry conferences or contributing to cybersecurity journals.
- **Leadership & Collaboration**: Strong leadership abilities with experience mentoring and guiding team members. Excellent collaboration skills, capable of working with diverse teams across multiple organizations.
- **Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking**: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and provide actionable insights based on complex malware data and cybercrime patterns.

**Desired Attributes**:

- **Passionate about Cybersecurity**: A deep passion for