Job Title : Data Validation Engineer
Location : Remote
Contract Duration : 6 Months
Employment Type : Contract
Position Overview :
We are seeking a Data Validation Engineer for a 6-month remote contract role. This position plays a crucial role in supporting data remediation efforts, particularly in environments impacted by advanced persistent threats (APTs) or malware. The ideal candidate will be skilled in data scanning, malware detection / removal, and OS-level threat analysis across various platforms.
Key Responsibilities :
- Utilize Dell’s patent-pending data scanning process to validate and cleanse data, identifying and removing malicious files or payloads.
- Conduct in-depth operating system startup reviews (Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac) to uncover and eliminate hidden persistence mechanisms left by threat actors.
- Perform manual and automated forensic scans of system files and logs to support malware and backdoor detection.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to validate data integrity and ensure sanitized files are ready for safe restoration or use.
- Provide documentation and reporting for each scan or analysis session, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.
Required Qualifications :
3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, digital forensics, or malware analysis.Strong knowledge of operating system internals and startup mechanisms across Windows, Linux, Unix, and macOS.Familiarity with malware detection , threat hunting , and data sanitization techniques .Experience using commercial and open-source tools for malware scanning and data validation.Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently in a remote environment.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with Dell or similar enterprise data validation tools.Digital forensics or incident response certifications (e.g., GCFA, GREM, CEH).Background in enterprise recovery or post-incident remediation work.