Security Researcher

Cylake

$150K — $250K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in threat detection systems development
  • Deep understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
  • Proven skills in threat hunting and modeling
  • Experience with malware reversing through static and dynamic analysis
  • Proficient in Python programming and machine learning model development
  • Strong grasp of database technologies for analytics
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) preferred in cybersecurity or data science

Responsibilities

  • Build and implement advanced threat and anomaly detection systems
  • Develop detection models utilizing large-scale data
  • Lead and shape threat detection strategies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures
  • Enhance and maintain existing detection capabilities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Support for long-term career success
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies in cybersecurity
Full Job Description
Role Overview

You will be building threat and anomaly detections from the ground up on a next-gen security platform. You will develop and productize the detection models leveraging data at a massive scale. This will be a key leadership role in shaping the future of threat detection in the cybersecurity space.

Required Experience
  • Proven track record of building and deploying threat detection systems at large scale
  • Strong understanding of attacker TTPs and malware behavior
  • Expert threat hunting and modeling capabilities
  • Experience with reverse engineering malware through both static and dynamic analysis
  • Experience developing, training, and deploying ML models with high detection accuracy and low FP rates
  • Strong proficiency in Python programming
  • Strong understanding of database technologies for batch and streaming analytics
  • Strong communication and documentation skills
  • Master's or PhD degree in a related cybersecurity or data science field preferred
  • Published research papers and other thought leadership is a nice-to-have


We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and long-term success. The expected salary range for this position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Within this range, individual pay is determined based on job-related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Most candidates can expect an offer within the range listed above. Your recruiter will provide additional details on compensation and benefits to qualified candidates during the hiring process.

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