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Palo Alto Networks · 5 hours ago

Sr Staff Researcher

positionSanta Clara, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$140K/yr - $226K/yr

Palo Alto Networks is dedicated to protecting the digital way of life through innovative technology. The Sr Staff Researcher will work within the Malware and Countermeasures Unit, focusing on reverse engineering malware, improving workflows, and developing automated detection techniques.

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Responsibilities

Reverse engineer malware via static and dynamic methods
Collaboration with our Threat Intelligence team to analyze and develop detection coverage for the latest threats
Implement automated malware analysis tools
Research and prototype novel automated malware detection techniques
Communicate with product engineering teams to improve detection efficacy in our ecosystem of products

Qualification

Malware analysisReverse engineeringPythonC/C++Debugging toolsAutomated malware analysisResearchCollaborationCommunication

Required

Proficiency in Python, C, and/or C++
Experience in malware analysis and reverse engineering in x86/x64
Experience with debuggers such as windbg, gdb, ollydbg
Familiar with disassemblers such as IDA Pro or Binary Ninja
Development experience with malware analysis automation, such as IDA plugins, sandboxing, triage tools, etc
BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Preferred

Experience with mobile malware a plus
Experience with various classes of document malware also a plus

Benefits

Restricted stock units
Bonus

Company

Palo Alto Networks

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Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations.
dateFounded in 2005
location
Santa Clara, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.paloaltonetworks.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$65M
Key Investors
Icon VenturesLehman HoldingsGlobespan Capital Partners
2012-07-20IPO
2008-11-03Series C· $10M
2008-08-18Series C· $27M

Leadership Team

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Helmut Reisinger
CEO EMEA
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Nikesh Arora
Chairman CEO
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