xAI · 2 weeks ago
Vulnerability Analyst
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$162K/yr - $297K/yrxAI is a company focused on creating AI systems to aid humanity in understanding the universe. They are seeking a Vulnerability Analyst to assess and mitigate security risks, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats through vulnerability analysis and risk assessment.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Conducting vulnerability assessments using the CVSS standard as defined by First.org
Understanding and implementing vector strings and vector chaining for risk evaluation
Performing data analysis to assess security risks across the organization
Identifying vulnerability reachability and impact to prioritize security responses
Writing Python scripts to manage and manipulate data from sources such as CSV, Excel, JSON, and RESTful APIs
Applying MITRE ATT&CK framework for attack path analysis
Creating data reporting solutions, including simple dashboards
Engaging with stakeholders across the organization to ensure security buy-in
Demonstrating strong critical analysis, problem-solving, and security expertise
Qualification
Required
You are a highly skilled Vulnerability Analyst with deep expertise in vulnerability assessment, data management, and security frameworks
You have strong analytical skills and a keen ability to evaluate risk
Mastery of CVSS and its environmental processing
Expertise in Python for security data manipulation
Strong understanding of vulnerability impact, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies
Proficiency with MITRE ATT&CK framework for security analysis
Experience creating dashboard-based reports to communicate security findings
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
Experience with Elastic/OpenSearch
Familiarity with Kibana/Grafana dashboarding
Development of security automation playbooks
Benefits
Equity
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short & long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Various other discounts and perks
Company
xAI
XAI is an artificial intelligence startup that develops AI solutions and tools to enhance reasoning and search capabilities.
Founded in 2023
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.73BKey Investors
Neptune Digital AssetsSpaceXMorgan Stanley
2026-01-06Series E· $20B
2025-12-11Secondary Market· $0.3M
2025-07-13Corporate Round· $5.32B
Leadership Team
Toby Pohlen
Founding Member
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