Senior Security Engineer, Application Security
Trail of Bits- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, and have at least 7 years of experience as a security researcher, with a strong focus on reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis. Experience with Linux and Windows systems is required, along with a solid understanding of exploit techniques, including Stack/Heap Buffer overflows.
The Sr Staff Security Researcher will research the root cause of publicly disclosed vulnerabilities and develop detection methods like IPS and ML detection, working on Zero-Day vulnerability detection and releasing IPS solutions to customers within 24 hours. They will also reverse engineer software to discover new vulnerabilities and develop detection methodologies for new attacking vectors, contributing to the development of next-generation security technology through creative programming projects.
Provides cybersecurity solutions and services
Palo Alto Networks provides a variety of security solutions aimed at protecting organizations from cyber threats. Their products include firewalls, cloud security solutions, and advanced threat detection systems, which help secure both on-premises and cloud environments. The main components of their offerings are the Strata network security platform, Prisma cloud security suite, and Cortex AI-based security operations platform. These tools work together to manage identity and access, and to prevent modern web attacks. Unlike many competitors, Palo Alto Networks combines hardware, software, and subscription services, allowing clients to receive ongoing updates and support to stay protected against new threats. The company's goal is to ensure that businesses and government agencies can safeguard their digital assets and sensitive information effectively.