Staff Threat Research Engineer

Our client is a global leader in cloud security, offering advanced solutions that protect data, users, and applications across cloud and web environments. It focuses on enabling secure digital transformation through visibility, threat prevention, and data protection. The companys innovative platform supports a zero-trust approach and helps enterprises maintain compliance while improving productivity. Its known for a strong culture of innovation, collaboration, and employee growth.

We are seeking a skilled security researcher to design new security-focused integrations and develop advanced content for a next-generation Security Posture Management (SPM) platform. This role offers the opportunity to shape product direction, solve complex security problems, and deliver meaningful impact across enterprise SaaS environments.

Develop security and compliance content that helps enterprises make accurate configuration and risk decisions. Analyze SaaS application architectures, APIs, and data models to build security graphs for the SPM platform. Research and address security gaps in SaaS environments, including compliance, visibility, and remediation strategies. Explore new threat vectors and provide domain expertise across engineering, research, product, and customer success teams. Publish security insights through articles, blogs, or conference presentations. Mentor and guide a team of researchers in building high-quality security detections. Required Skills: 46 years of experience in the security domain (CSPM, DSPM, ASPM, or similar). Strong understanding of information security, preferably with SaaS-specific expertise. Hands-on experience in security analysis, SaaS deployment hardening, or security content development. Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation and problem-solving. Knowledge of public cloud security and related solutions. Experience working with databases (SQL) and big data frameworks (e.g., Spark, BigQuery). Background in API-based automation or novel product development is highly desirable. Strong communication and collaboration abilities. Fast learner with creativity and adaptability in unfamiliar domains. Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking. Comfortable working asynchronously in distributed teams. Other Details: Education: BSCS or equivalent required, MSCS or equivalent strongly preferred Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days Work Type: Full-time / Hybrid .