We are looking for a Sr Principal Linux Security Researcher for our Tel Aviv R&D center, to work on cortex-xdr for linux, which provides runtime protection to servers and cloud workloads.
You will be part of a team that is in charge of researching, developing and improving Anti-Exploit capabilities, Anti-malware capabilities. The position includes researching OS internals, exploits, malware, delving into cloud security, and finding ways to mitigate new attack vectors.
Your Impact
Research, develop, and improve anti-exploitation mitigations and anti-malware modules - ranging from low-level mitigations up to tackling application-level security vulnerabilities
Work on the design, evaluation, and implementation of new security technologies
Research Linux OS internals, kernel, application codebases, vulnerabilities and exploits (Mostly internal usage but also PR)
Analyze customer issues to help with detecting and preventing malicious activities in our customers networks.
Requirements: Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in security research and/or development-oriented positions
Ability to conduct in-depth and independent technical research in OS internals and security, focusing on areas where public knowledge may be limited. This research is aimed at enhancing product capabilities and security modules, all within strict deadlines and considering technical constraints of the product.
In-depth knowledge of some operating system internals is a must - Knowledge of Linux is an advantage
Development experience in C/C++/Rust is a must, 5 years at least
Experience in reverse engineering - both static and dynamic, and security research is a must - 5 years at least
Development knowledge in some scripting languages is a must - Experience with Python is an advantage
Exploitation experience is an advantage (either application-level security or memory corruption)
Experience with Kubernetes and cloud workloads is an advantage
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Strong attention to detail
Ability to proactively take initiative and lead projects within a cross-organizational environment, effectively coordinating with multiple teams and stakeholders.
This position is open to all candidates.