Senior Security Researcher
Description
Malwarebytes believes that when people and organizations are free from threats, they are free to thrive. Founded in 2008, CEO Marcin Kleczynski had one mission: to rid the world of malware. Today, Malwarebytes has grown beyond malware remediation to ensuring cyber protection for everyone, providing device protection, privacy, and prevention solutions in the home, on-the-go, at work, or on campus. With threat hunters and innovators across the world, we want great people, like YOU, to join our team!
Malwarebytes is looking for..
A seasoned and innovative Cybersecurity Researcher to join our world-class security team. We're seeking someone who is passionate about protecting consumers from evolving digital threats, excels at uncovering sophisticated attack vectors, and thrives on translating cutting-edge research into real-world security solutions. As a Cybersecurity Researcher, you'll be at the forefront of threat intelligence, conducting critical research that directly strengthens our Malwarebytes consumer security products and helps safeguard millions of users worldwide from web-based attacks and emerging cyber threats
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis of threats targeting consumers.
- Investigate, analyse, and expand Malwarebytes security, by exploring real in-the-wild data and threats, developing protection strategies.
- Drive the integration of research findings into product features, ensuring enhanced security capabilities. Collaborate with product teams to prioritize security features based on threat landscape analysis
- Stay ahead of the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices to maintain expertise in the field.
- Work closely with our team of security analysts and engineers to innovate in the field of consumer cyber security.
Skills You’ll Need to Have:
- 6+ years of hands-on experience in a security research team.
- 5+ years of Experience in pen-testing, threat hunting, and vulnerability research.
- Experience with threat intelligence, malware analysis or web research, reverse engineering, and staying current with emerging threats and attack vectors.
- Ability to conduct independent security research and document findings and recommendations clearly.
- Self-motivated, with a passion for continuous learning and professional development.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python/JavaScript/C/C++/Go for developing security tools and proof-of-concept exploits.
Skills We’d Like You to Have:
- Industry recognized author of security research papers, blogs, or conferences talks.
- Deep understanding of web protocols, web frameworks, APIs and client-side technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). Knowledge of server-side technologies and database systems.
- Active participation in security communities, CTFs, or bug bounty programs.
- Emerging technologies security like AI & LLM threats, identity-based attacks.
- Privacy oriented mindset.
Benefits and Perks:
- An opportunity to do something great for yourself and the world
- A great work environment that supports growth, development, and well-being
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, subject to change by country/region
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Wellness programs