Principal Security Researcher (Xpanse)
Core
Lead vulnerability assessment research and exploit engineering to shape the cyber knowledge backbone for the XSIAM platform, enabling customers to prioritize and fix critical vulnerabilities.
Role type
Principal Security Researcher (Vulnerability Assessment & Exploit Engineering)
Builds
High-impact tooling for vulnerability testing, a comprehensive repository of vulnerability content, and tactical response mechanisms for zero-day vulnerabilities.
Domain
Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Offensive Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Vulnerability management, offensive security, security research, TCP/IP and networking protocols, Python, system administration (Windows/Linux/macOS/Unix), CVE submission, exploit development
Preferred skills
Patch management processes, embedded systems, cloud managed services (GCP), network architecture (subnetting/routing/VLANs), distributed data stores, SOC/red team experience
Technologies
Nuclei, OpenVAS, Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Wireshark, BigQuery, BigTable, PostgreSQL, MySQL, WSUS, SCCM
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a comprehensive repository of vulnerability content; Shape and drive tactical response to zero-day and critical vulnerabilities; Conduct research and testing to enhance automation processes; Analyze existing solutions and implement changes; Take part in architecture strategy sessions; Mentor other researchers and ensure high-quality output; Take ownership of projects and support them in production
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
