Android Malware Analyst (Barcelona - Hybrid)

Key job details
Job number: 00062491196
Travel required: No
Job category: Technology & Engineering
Location: Barcelona / Spain
Date published: Jan 24 2025
Employment type: Full-time
Work model: Hybrid

Android Malware Analyst

Work Model: Hybrid

What makes Cognizant a unique place to work? The combination of rapid growth and an international and innovative environment! This is creating a lot of opportunities for people like YOU — people with an entrepreneurial spirit who want to make a difference in this world.

At Cognizant, together with your colleagues from all around the world, you will collaborate on creating solutions for the world's leading companies and help them become more flexible, more innovative, and successful. This is your chance to be part of the success story: we are looking for an exceptional Android Malware Analyst / Reverse Engineer to work with us.

Can you see yourself in this position? Check the requirements and apply!

What would be your responsibilities?

• Conduct reverse engineering and malware analysis of Android applications using open-source tools like JADX, Frida, Burp suite, Ghidra, JEB, IDA Pro, APK tool.
• Perform deep dive code reviews for the apps.
• Analyze, unpack, and reverse engineer potential malicious APK / SDKs that compromise Android devices.
• Perform static and dynamic analysis for the Mobile platform (Android).
• Write full investigation reports for malicious apps.
• Conduct detailed investigative research.

What we’re looking for?

• Experience in reverse engineering or malware analysis for Android applications.
• Experience with Ghidra, JEB, IDA, APK tool, JADX, Burp suite.
• Experience in binary instrumentation using tools like DynamoRio, Frida.
• Experience in Java (code review).
• Good level of English.
• Native code (library) analysis.
• Strong de-obfuscation skills.

What do we offer?

• International working environment with a diverse team.
• Flexible working hours and onsite model.
• Yearly bonus.
• Training and career development opportunities: Career path locally and internationally, specific trainings in both technical and soft skills.
• Private healthcare and additional life insurance.
• A culture of respect and human empowerment.
• Company-sponsored activities and partnerships.
• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding global organization, within multicultural teams.
• Pleasant and inspiring working atmosphere.
• Inclusion and diversity in practice.
• Employee referral program in place.
• Employee volunteering programs and opportunities.
• Access to different internal events, communities, and initiatives.

The Cognizant community:

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity, and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted, and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer: Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued ID during each interview.