Senior Defensive Security Consultant
SpecterOps90,000 - 160,000 USD/year
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, Cloud SecurityIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess at least 7 years of cybersecurity experience, particularly in incident response or product security, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Systems. They must demonstrate proficiency in security principles, secure coding practices, and protocols like HTTP and TCP/IP, along with hands-on experience managing security incidents, including malware and exploits.
Responsibilities
The Senior Staff Security Researcher will investigate product vulnerabilities and security incidents, developing remediation strategies, conducting research into attack vectors, malware, and exploitation techniques to enhance defenses, and collaborating with engineering, development teams, legal stakeholders, and external researchers for incident resolution. They will also monitor systems for alerts, analyze threats, and maintain incident and vulnerability reports.
Skills
Security research
Vulnerability analysis
Malware analysis
Attack vectors
Exploitation strategies
Cybersecurity
Zscaler
Cloud-based cybersecurity and secure gateway services
About Zscaler
Zscaler provides cloud-based information security services, focusing on internet, web, and cloud security. Its platform functions as a secure gateway that inspects all internet traffic between users and applications, ensuring that threats are identified and stopped before they can access a client's network. This service is offered through a subscription model, allowing large enterprises and government organizations to select the level of security that meets their needs. Zscaler differentiates itself from competitors by offering a strong partner program that enhances market reach and provides partners with training and resources. The company's goal is to support secure digital transformation for its clients by delivering reliable security solutions.
Key Metrics
San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$148.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees