SpyCloud, Inc.

Security Research Engineer III

SpyCloud, Inc.$108K — $140K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Austin, TX
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of software development experience, ideally in cybersecurity
  • Strong proficiency in Python, with Golang skills preferred
  • Experience building internal tooling with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant fields
  • Self-directed with minimal supervision
  • Strong critical thinking and teamwork in collaborative environments
  • Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain internal tooling for data acquisition
  • Build and deploy cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code
  • Develop and manage automated CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborate with research teams to enhance data collection
  • Identify automation opportunities in data workflows
  • Engage in security research to investigate threats and malware

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
  • Paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Generous PTO and 16 paid holidays
  • Remote-friendly work options
Full Job Description
The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of building internal security tooling and data pipelines using public cloud infrastructure. This role will be within SpyCloud Labs, SpyCloud's in-house Security Research team, and focus on building automation and other internal tooling to facilitate the collection of recaptured third-party breach and malware data. This is a full-time remote role supporting a hybrid workforce. What You'll Do: • Design, implement, and maintain internal tooling for acquiring and parsing recaptured underground data. • Build and deploy cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code technologies. • Build and deploy automated CI/CD pipelines to test and deploy tooling and infrastructure. • Collaborate directly with the research team to support the targeting and collection of new data sources. • Consistently work to identify improvements and automation opportunities in the recaptured data workflow and ETL pipelines. • Participate in security research including investigation of threat actors, malware, and other critical research in support of SpyCloud's priorities. Requirements: • 4+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in the cybersecurity industry • Highly skilled with Python. Golang proficiency is a plus. • Experience building internal tooling and deploying using Infrastructure as Code technologies (we use Terraform and Ansible). • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in Math, Science, Engineering, or Business fields. • Self-directed with the ability to identify and deliver on tasks with minimal direct supervision. • Critical thinker that is comfortable supporting collaborative problem solving in a team environment. • Excellent communication skills. • Highly self-motivated, empathetic, curious, and flexible. Nice to Have: • Experience working with large enterprises in delivery of security analytics products. • Experience in acquiring and processing malware-exfiltrated data • Experience in using data science to analyze datasets for the purposes of detecting fraud or cyberthreats. • Experience with databases (relational or NoSQL) and designing efficient database architecture. Base Salary Range: $108,000 - $140,000 The salary range reflects the expected base compensation for a fully qualified candidate at this level based on experience, qualifications, and market data at the time of posting. U.S.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees): At SpyCloud, we are committed to working alongside individuals who are equally passionate about preventing cybercrime, regardless of their department or role. Guided by our core values in all business decisions, we prioritize unity in our mission and ensure all SpyCloud employees have the support and benefits they need to stay focused on our goals. In addition to our engaging workspace in South Austin, flexible and remote-friendly work options, and competitive salary package, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • 401(k) with Employer Contribution • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) available with Employer Contribution • Employer Paid Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance • Generous PTO Plan and 16 paid holidays per year U.K.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees): • Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contribution • Employer Provided Private Health Insurance and Healthcare Cashplan • Employer Paid Life Insurance, Income Replacement, and Critical Illness Protection • Employee Assistance Program • 25 days annual accrued holiday plus 8 paid bank holidays and a paid company shutdown during winter holidays

About SpyCloud, Inc.

SpyCloud, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that specializes in preventing account takeover attacks. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas. SpyCloud's platform uses machine learning and other techniques to identify compromised credentials and prevent unauthorized access to user accounts. The company's clients include financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and other businesses that handle sensitive data. SpyCloud has received funding from investors such as Silverton Partners and March Capital Partners.
Learn more about SpyCloud, Inc.
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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