Security Researcher - SaaS applications (Cortex Cloud) at Palo Alto Networks

Tel-Aviv, Tel-Aviv District, Israel -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Research, Offensive Security, Detection Engineering, SaaS Applications, Statistical Classification, Network Protocols, Active Directory, Python, SQL, Red-Teaming, Pentesting, Data Analysis, Cloud Infrastructure, Critical Thinking, Project 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 We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes. Job Description Your Career We are looking for a Security Researcher to join our SaaS-application detection research team. In this role, you will research the evolving threat landscape and develop advanced detections to protect SaaS applications runtime. You will focus on identifying and mitigating identity-related threats across SaaS environments, using statistical classification methods to build effective detection models and protecting customers at scale. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, validate detection concepts on real-world data, and continuously enhance detection capabilities to stay ahead of emerging threats. Your Impact Research innovative methods for detecting targeted attackers operating in SaaS environments. Simulate real-world attacks in lab environments and conduct a deep analysis of the behavior. Develop and refine statistics-based classification algorithms and techniques to create and improve detection models. Research specific scenarios to enhance our model's capabilities. Collaborate within a diverse research group, improving our research processes and leading us to be a better team creating a better product. Stay informed on the latest APTs, attacker methodologies, and TTPs to ensure our models stay ahead of emerging threats. Qualifications Your Experience At least 3 years’ experience in security research, offensive security, or detection engineering. 2+ years of experience with SaaS applications or Entra ID - Advantage In-depth knowledge of the inner-workings of operating systems Strong knowledge of network protocols, including but not limited to DHCP, DNS, HTTP, SMB, RPC, SSO, etc. Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including Active Directory, FW, VPN, Security products, etc. At least 2 Years of experience coding Python - Advantage Strong knowledge of SQL language - Advantage Experience with red-teaming / pentest of SaaS applications, Active Directory or Entra ID - Advantage Experience with data analysis / cloud infrastructure / SaaS applications security - Advantage Ability to drive and own projects from start to finish. Independent and a team player, a critical thinker. Additional Information The Team Cyber threats are adapting fast in a new XDR reality, changing their shape, volumes and sophistication. Every day, SecOps put more and more time and human-power into handling new cybersecurity challenges. The ITDR team is exactly here to address these areas. We leverage the Palo Alto Networks rich cloud-power and visibility to build up data-driven technologies which can save invaluable hours in customers’ day to day security challenges. 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.

Responsibilities

The Security Researcher will research the evolving threat landscape and develop advanced detections to protect SaaS applications. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and enhancing detection capabilities to stay ahead of emerging threats.