# Malware Analyst

> Master the skills to dissect, analyze, and reverse-engineer malicious software. Learn static/dynamic analysis, assembly, and threat intelligence.

Canonical: https://codelivly.com/career-paths/malware-analyst

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| Level | Advanced |
| Category | Malware Analysis |
| Learning paths | 14 |
| Salary range | USD 90,000 - 149,951 |

This comprehensive career path is designed to transform you into a proficient Malware Analyst. You will progress from foundational concepts of malicious software to advanced reverse engineering techniques. Modules cover static and dynamic analysis, x86/x64 assembly language, unpacking obfuscated payloads, analyzing modern threats like ransomware and fileless malware, and generating actionable threat intelligence. By completing this path, you will be equipped to safely dissect complex malware in isolated environments, understand attacker methodologies, and develop robust defensive signatures for your organization.

## Job titles

- Malware Analyst
- Reverse Engineer
- Threat Researcher
- Security Engineer

## Related

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