Lead Security Research Scientist

2 weeks ago

Santa Clara, California, United States Palo Alto Networks Full time
Your Career

At Palo Alto Networks, we have developed a robust firewall-as-a-platform capable of processing extensive volumes of network data from numerous customer deployments and millions of users. Our approach heavily utilizes data science and machine learning to scrutinize network traffic, safeguarding users' data and networks from malicious threats and attacks while delivering invaluable insights for our customers' operational technology (OT) activities. You will collaborate with a team of exceptionally skilled data scientists, software engineers, and security researchers, contributing to a remarkable team dedicated to unlocking the potential of data. Your role will involve conducting security research aimed at creating products that protect the ever-expanding Internet of Things (IoT), addressing the increasing challenges in cybersecurity, and driving technological advancements that positively impact businesses and communities.

Your Impact
  • Design and develop software components that deliver essential IoT security content for customer-facing features.
  • Provide domain expertise and insights to the product management team to ensure optimal security content and to design new features that best serve our clientele.
  • Identify vulnerabilities in software and protocols that could jeopardize millions of IoT devices.
  • Submit new Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) and disseminate research findings.
  • Create threat hunting tools and frameworks to automate data collection and the discovery of zero-day attacks and new vulnerabilities, utilizing innovative software techniques.
  • Assist field teams and customers in addressing security incidents, emerging threats, or malware campaigns, offering forensics through the IoT security platform and generating tailored reports.
  • Support marketing and product management teams in compiling IoT security trends, statistics, and reports.
Your Experience
  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent military experience required; MS degree or higher preferred.
  • Over 10 years of industry experience as a security researcher or research scientist.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
    • Network-based vulnerability research, penetration testing, threat hunting, threat modeling, and reverse engineering.
    • Deep Packet Inspection (DPI), network data analytics, and enterprise networking systems.
    • Experience with operating systems, real-time operating systems, protocol, or software-based vulnerability research.
    • Published CVEs or research papers in security is a significant advantage.
  • Proficiency in Python is essential; familiarity with additional programming or scripting languages such as Java, Go, or C/C++ is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills with excellent writing abilities.
  • A collaborative team player who values teamwork.
The Team

We are committed to developing the industry's leading Security large language model.

Our engineering team is integral to our products, directly linked to our mission of preventing cyberattacks. We are in a constant state of innovation, challenging conventional thinking in cybersecurity. Our engineers are not afraid to create solutions for problems that have yet to be addressed.

We define the industry rather than waiting for guidance. We seek individuals who thrive in ambiguity, are excited by challenges, and feel empowered by the unknown risks in our daily lives that a secure digital environment can mitigate.

Our Commitment

We are pioneers who dream big, take risks, and challenge the status quo in cybersecurity. Our mission cannot be accomplished without diverse teams innovating together.

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The compensation for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary plus commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $144,200 and $216,396 annually. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus.

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