Staff Threat Research Engineer at Sysdig | Torre

Staff Threat Research Engineer

You'll secure cloud innovation by researching novel cyber attacks and architecting real-time defense solutions.
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Full-time

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USD163k - 204k/year
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Remote (for United States residents)
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Job DescriptionAt Sysdig, we believe cloud security isn't a compromise - it's a promise. From the start, our mission has been clear: to help organizations secure innovation in the cloud, the right way.We created Falco, the open standard for cloud threat detection, and continue to lead the cloud security market with runtime insights, open innovation, and agentic Al. Creators of technology trusted by over 60% of the Fortune 500, Sysdig gives teams the real-time clarity to move fast and defend what matters most.Culture matters here. We believe diversity fuels stronger ideas, and open dialogue drives sharper decisions. Recognized as a Best Place to Work and one of Deloitte's fastest-growing companies for the past 5 years, we're here to raise the standard for what cloud security and workplace culture should be.If you have the passion to dig deeper, the desire to challenge convention, and the curiosity to build something better, Sysdig is the right place for you.What you will doResearch novel cloud-based cyber attacks and malicious actor TTPs, reporting to Sr. Director, Threat ResearchDevelop novel research topics based on emerging threat trends, attacker behaviors, and gaps in current security detectionAuthor content on all aspects of cloud and container security and publish your findingsDevelop relevant threat intelligence based on malware analysis to help secure our customers' environmentsPartner with our application and product teams to architect security solutions for containers, Kubernetes, and cloudDevelop security rules and algorithms based on security research and best practicesWhat you will bring with you8 years of cybersecurity experience with knowledge of any of the following: Threat Hunting, Penetration Testing, Cloud Security, Cloud / Linux Incident Response, or Linux Kernel Software EngineeringSupported the growth of teammates and successfully guided projects across their full lifecycleYou've deployed and worked with Kubernetes and worked with the major cloud service providers.Hands-on experience using or developing open-source security analysis tools, such as Falco.Experience with scripting for data analysis or automation, bonus points for eBPF experience.What we look forYou identify opportunities for improvement and helps implement practical solutionsYou bring team ownership focus across all phases of threat detection and researchYou bring a collaborative mindset that values trust in the teamYou bring experience with modern technology platforms (Cloud / Kubernetes)When you join Sysdig, you can expect:Extra days off to prioritize your well-being401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company matchMaternity and Parental LeaveMental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health appFull health benefits package for you and your familyClosing descriptionThe U.S. annual compensation range for this full-time position is between $163,000 and $204,000 USD/year. Actual offers may be higher or lower than this range based on a variety of factors, including your work location, job-related experience and education.We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.#LI-SM3#LI-remoteAI disclaimerWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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