Principal Threat Researcher - Cyber Security (6-10 yrs)

We are urgently seeking applications for the Principal Threat Researcher for our client, a Global Software Product company. This is a Remote/WFH(Work From Home) opportunity.

About the Role :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Threat Research to join our team. In this role, you will work on the frontlines of cybersecurity, specializing in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and threat intelligence.

You will deploy, configure, and maintain cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions while driving innovation and contributing to industry-leading research.

Key Responsibilities :

Cybersecurity Deployment & Management :

- Deploy, configure, and maintain a wide range of cybersecurity products in lab environments, including endpoint, web, email, and network protection solutions.

- Manage product licenses, updates, and configuration changes to maintain an optimized security environment.

Threat Research & Analysis :

- Conduct advanced analysis of malicious URLs, phishing emails, and associated campaigns.

- Perform dynamic and static malware analysis, reverse engineering, and threat intelligence tracking.

- Research and respond to Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) and emerging security threats.

Automation & Innovation :

- Develop scripts and automation tools to process large volumes of threat artifacts, including files, emails, and URLs.

- Provide innovative solutions and contribute to new cybersecurity methodologies, potentially resulting in patents, trade secrets, and professional publications.

Strategic & Cross-functional Contributions :

- Act as a technical expert and team lead for complex projects, ensuring collaboration across functional teams.

- Translate strategic goals into actionable operational plans to achieve organizational objectives.

- Provide expert recommendations for security product deployments and system hardening.

Required Qualifications :

Education :

- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience, OR.

- Master's degree with 5+ years of experience, OR.

Technical Expertise :

- 6+ years of hands-on experience in Threat Research, Malware Analysis, and Reverse Engineering.

- Proven expertise in APT analysis, phishing campaign research, malicious URL analysis, and both dynamic and static malware analysis.

- Experience with scripting automation for managing large-scale threat artifacts.

Cybersecurity Skills :

- Deep knowledge of Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), reverse engineering, and threat campaign tracking.

- Practical experience with cybersecurity product stack deployment, configuration, and maintenance.

Soft Skills :

- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

- Collaborative mindset with excellent communication and coordination skills.

- Leadership skills to drive large-scale projects and mentor team members.