Staff Security Researcher
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Staff Security Researcher in United States.
As a Staff Security Researcher, you will drive advanced security research while building scalable, production-ready systems to protect organizations from identity-based threats. You will operate at the intersection of cybersecurity expertise and software engineering, translating novel research into actionable solutions that enhance threat detection and prevention. This role offers the chance to lead innovative projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and shape the future of identity security through technical leadership and thought contributions. You will analyze complex data at scale, optimize detection pipelines, and mentor team members while contributing to research publications and industry knowledge. The position provides a dynamic environment where creativity, analytical rigor, and engineering excellence converge to deliver measurable security impact globally.
Accountabilities:
- Conduct original research to identify emerging identity attack vectors and develop innovative detection methods
- Design and implement advanced analytics, including rule-based, behavioral, and machine learning models for threat detection
- Build and optimize large-scale entitlement graph systems mapping privilege escalation paths
- Develop proactive recommendation engines to detect and mitigate security misconfigurations
- Implement production-grade security systems emphasizing scalability, reliability, and performance
- Maintain detection pipelines using distributed computing frameworks such as PySpark and Spark SQL
- Explore large-scale datasets to validate hypotheses, uncover threats, and tune detection algorithms
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring engineers and product teams, and translating research into actionable product improvements
- Publish research findings, present at conferences, and contribute to the cybersecurity community
Requirements:
- Strong engineering background with experience developing and maintaining production security systems
- Proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in large-scale data processing
- Knowledge of adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and defensive strategies
- Experience with SIEM tools, log analysis platforms, or similar security data systems
- Ability to design and optimize event detection and response systems
- Preferred: experience with Apache Spark/Databricks, graph databases, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and applying machine learning in cybersecurity
- Track record of research contributions, publications, or conference presentations in security
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and mentoring skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Fully remote work with flexible schedule options
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Generous paid time off and parental leave policies
- Access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and professional development opportunities
- Support for conference attendance, research publications, and industry engagement
- Equipment and remote work stipends to ensure productivity and comfort
