Malware Analyst (m/f/n)

eset· ESET, spol. s r.o.
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📍 Bratislava📍 Brno📍 PragueFull time

About this role

Summary

We are part of ESET's Security Research Laboratory, known as "VirusLab", a global team of experts in malware analysis, detection engineering, and threat intelligence. Our work spans multiple platforms, including Windows, Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems.

Job description

Meet the Team

Our team focuses on in-depth malware research and develops custom tools and automation solutions to support advanced analysis. We primarily provide expertise and intelligence to other internal research teams while actively tracking and investigating our assigned areas of the threat landscape.

To broaden our knowledge and satisfy our curiosity, we occasionally engage in digital forensics and other areas of security research.

About the Role

• Reverse engineer malware samples and produce technical reports.
• Track and analyze specific eCrime malware families.
• Maintain and enhance detection and analysis capabilities within our in-house Botnet Analyzer platform.
• Develop custom scripts and tools to improve the efficiency of your own work and that of your colleagues.
• Gather and analyze intelligence from internal and open sources.
• Collaborate with industry partners and law enforcement agencies during malware disruption and takedown operations.

Essential Requirements

• Strong understanding of x86/x64 assembly language.
• Experience using IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, or similar reverse engineering tools.
• Basic understanding of higher programming languages such as C#, Java, or C++.
• A passion for learning and solving difficult technical challenges. We do not expect anyone to know everything, but we value the ability to learn and adapt.
• Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to problem-solving.
• English proficiency at B1 level or higher.

Desirable Requirements

• Python is the preferred scripting language.
• A university degree in a relevant field is an advantage; however, practical skills and knowledge are more important.
• Experience with reverse engineering challenges (e.g., CrackMe) is a plus.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're excited about this opportunity and feel it aligns with your career aspirations, don't hesitate to apply and show us what drives you.

Basic wage component (Bratislava): from 2500 EUR/month (brutto) 

* The final basic wage component can be increased accordingly to individual skills and experience of the selected candidate.

* Financial bonus based on performance paid twice a year up to 10% from the base salary paid during the evaluation period (normally 6 months).

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Benefits

Health & well-being

  • BenefitPlus
  • Healthcare (check-ups/annual programs)
  • Multisport card
  • Travel card "električenka"
  • Supplementary pension saving
  • Sick days

Family

  • Marriage allowance
  • Childbirth allowance
  • Parental contribution
  • ESET family events (Family day, St.Nicholas)

Office

  • Refreshments in the office (fruits, coffee, soft drinks)
  • Let´s get together breakfast
  • Activity room, quiet room
  • ESET events (Žranica, Christmas party..), teambuildings

Other

  • Loyalty allowance
  • Loyalty extra days off
  • Loyalty cake
  • Loyalty glass award
  • Refer a friend
  • Christmas presents
  • Discounts from external providers

Primary location

Bratislava

Additional locations

Brno, Prague

Time type

Full time

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Is the Malware Analyst (m/f/n) role at eset full-time or part-time?
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This Malware Analyst (m/f/n) position at eset was posted on Sep 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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