Staff Researcher

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we're united by a shared mission-to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you're in the right place.

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 CareerAre you passionate about innovation in cloud security and want to redefine how Security Operations Centers (SOCs) leverage both agent and agentless technologies for detection and response? Join our cutting-edge Security Research team and lead the development of next-generation cloud detection and response solutions. In this role, you will define detection use cases, analyze threat data, and create advanced security content to protect against evolving threats in cloud environments. Be part of an exceptional team of researchers and engineers dedicated to safeguarding our customers. This is your opportunity to dive into pioneering technologies that integrate cloud security with innovative detection methodologies in a world-leading cybersecurity company.Your ImpactConduct ongoing research to identify and develop new detection techniques for both agent-based and agentless cloud technologiesStay ahead of Advanced Threats, attacker methodologies, and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to ensure our solutions remain proactive and effective against emerging threatsSimulate real-world attack scenarios in lab settings, performing in-depth analysis of adversarial behaviors and their implications for cloud securityFoster a collaborative atmosphere within an experienced, diverse, and supportive research team, driving forward new and innovative ideas in cloud detection and response

Qualifications (Additional Job Description)

Your Experience 3+ years of experience in leading security research teams or projects, with a proven track record in managing complex security research initiatives, particularly in cloud environmentsAt least 5 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity research, with extensive knowledge of cloud security principles, attack vectors, and defense strategiesStrong proficiency in programming (e.g., Python) and experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to develop detection and analysis toolsData Analysis - Proficient in SQL or similar query languages for analyzing large datasets and identifying attack patterns specific to cloud servicesCommunication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex research findings, processes, and concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesA demonstrated history of developing novel security solutions or contributing innovative ideas to the cybersecurity community, especially in the realm of cloud detection and responseBonus PointsExperience with both agent-based and agentless security technologies, including EDR, XDR, or similar tools for cloud environmentsPrior work in threat intelligence, APT research, or incident response focused on cloud services