Principal Researcher (Unit 42) at Palo Alto Networks

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cyber Threat Intelligence, Python, C, C++, BigQuery, Malware Analysis, Network Reconnaissance, MITRE ATT&CK, Threat Assessment, Data Analytics, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Time Management, Collaboration, Security Operations, Incident Management

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

Company Description Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are. Who We Are This role is remote, but distance is no barrier to impact. Our hybrid teams collaborate across geographies to solve big problems, stay close to our customers, and grow together. You will be part of a culture that values trust, accountability, and shared success where your work truly matters. Job Description Your Career As a member of the Unit 42, National Security Team (NATSEC) team, you will be working closely with a globally distributed team of researchers and threat intelligence analysts. You will be embedded into a customer environment where you will track cyber criminals, ransomware groups, and advanced persistent threats in support of sensitive customer intelligence requirements. Your Impact Provide timely and actionable intelligence to support customer intelligence requirements Leverage global datasets (netflow, malware, passive DNS, etc) to track malicious cyber actors, their infrastructure and campaigns Collaborate with a global team of threat intelligence analysts to analyze and develop coverage for emerging threats Develop tactical hunting and strategic threat assessments in support of customer needs Communicate with product engineering teams to improve detection efficacy in our ecosystem of products Qualifications Your Experience BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent military experience, or 8+ years of experience as a cleared cyber threat intelligence analyst Working knowledge of BigQuery Proficiency in Python, C, and/or C++ Familiar common malware families and research techniques Familiar with common tactics, techniques, and procedures used by cyber threat actors to conduct network reconnaissance and intrusions, including knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK Matrix for enterprise and individual techniques Strong knowledge of cyber security threat actors, particularly their tactics, techniques, procedures, tooling, and noteworthy attacks Experience leveraging netflow, passive DNS, IP registration, malware telemetry, and other data sets to form comprehensive threat assessments Experience working with information security teams such as fusion centers, security operations centers, vulnerability threat management, security incident management, threat hunting, and data analytics Excellent time management, often working under tight deadlines with multiple assignments Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Comfortable with creating and delivering presentations in a range of environments, from industry conferences to customer briefings Additional Information The Team Unit 42 brings together our world-renowned threat researchers with an elite team of security consultants to create an intelligence-driven, response ready organization. The Unit 42 Threat Intelligence team provides threat research that enables security teams to understand adversary intent and attribution, while enhancing protections offered by our products and services to stop advanced attacks. As threats escalate, Unit 42 is available to advise customers on the latest risks, assess their readiness, and help them recover when the worst occurs. Our Commitment We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [email protected]. 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, family or medical care leave, 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 your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Department: Engineering Job Country: United Kingdom

Responsibilities

As a Principal Researcher, you will track cyber criminals and advanced persistent threats while providing actionable intelligence to support customer needs. You will collaborate with a global team to analyze emerging threats and improve detection efficacy.