Principal Security Researcher
Core
Lead vulnerability research and exploit analysis to shape threat detection strategies for Palo Alto Networks' Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) platform.
Role type
Principal Security Researcher (hands-on IC with technical leadership)
Builds
Production IPS signatures, IDS detections, and automated detection pipelines for enterprise networks
Domain
Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Intelligence
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
vulnerability research, exploit analysis, memory corruption, injection attacks, authentication bypass, network protocol analysis, programming/scripting for automation, technical leadership
Preferred skills
AI/ML for security workflows, AI security scenarios
Technologies
HTTP, DNS, SMB, FTP, SMTP, TCP/UDP, TLS, IPS, IDS
Responsibilities
Define detection strategy for new attack vectors, drive innovative detection ideas from concept to production, guide technical assessment of zero-days and CVEs, establish validation standards for IPS protections, lead complex technical work and mentor researchers, influence cross-functional product and engineering decisions
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic impact