Security Research Engineer III
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What you'll do
- Design, implement, and maintain internal tooling for acquiring and parsing recaptured underground data.
- Build and deploy cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code technologies.
- Build and deploy automated CI/CD pipelines to test and deploy tooling and infrastructure.
- Collaborate directly with the research team to support the targeting and collection of new data sources.
- Consistently work to identify improvements and automation opportunities in the recaptured data workflow and ETL pipelines.
- Participate in security research including investigation of threat actors, malware, and other critical research in support of SpyCloud’s priorities.
What they're looking for
- 4+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in the cybersecurity industry
- Highly skilled with Python. Golang proficiency is a plus.
- Experience building internal tooling and deploying using Infrastructure as Code technologies (we use Terraform and Ansible).
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Math, Science, Engineering, or Business fields.
- Self-directed with the ability to identify and deliver on tasks with minimal direct supervision.
- Critical thinker that is comfortable supporting collaborative problem solving in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Highly self-motivated, empathetic, curious, and flexible.
Nice to have
- Experience working with large enterprises in delivery of security analytics products.
- Experience in acquiring and processing malware-exfiltrated data
- Experience in using data science to analyze datasets for the purposes of detecting fraud or cyberthreats.
- Experience with databases (relational or NoSQL) and designing efficient database architecture.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
SpyCloud is on a mission to make the internet a safer place by disrupting the criminal underground. SpyCloud’s solutions thwart cyberattacks and protect more than 4 billion accounts worldwide. Cybersecurity is an exciting, evolving space, and being at the forefront of the fight to disrupt cybercrime makes SpyCloud a special place to work. If you’re driven to align your career with a fantastic mission, look no further!
The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of building internal security tooling and data pipelines using public cloud infrastructure. This role will be within SpyCloud Labs, SpyCloud’s in-house Security Research team, and focus on building automation and other internal tooling to facilitate the collection of recaptured third-party breach and malware data. This is a full-time remote role supporting a hybrid workforce.
What You'll Do:
- Design, implement, and maintain internal tooling for acquiring and parsing recaptured underground data.
- Build and deploy cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code technologies.
- Build and deploy automated CI/CD pipelines to test and deploy tooling and infrastructure.
- Collaborate directly with the research team to support the targeting and collection of new data sources.
- Consistently work to identify improvements and automation opportunities in the recaptured data workflow and ETL pipelines.
- Participate in security research including investigation of threat actors, malware, and other critical research in support of SpyCloud’s priorities.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in the cybersecurity industry
- Highly skilled with Python. Golang proficiency is a plus.
- Experience building internal tooling and deploying using Infrastructure as Code technologies (we use Terraform and Ansible).
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Math, Science, Engineering, or Business fields.
- Self-directed with the ability to identify and deliver on tasks with minimal direct supervision.
- Critical thinker that is comfortable supporting collaborative problem solving in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Highly self-motivated, empathetic, curious, and flexible.
Nice to Have:
- Experience working with large enterprises in delivery of security analytics products.
- Experience in acquiring and processing malware-exfiltrated data
- Experience in using data science to analyze datasets for the purposes of detecting fraud or cyberthreats.
- Experience with databases (relational or NoSQL) and designing efficient database architecture.
Base Salary Range: $108,000 – $140,000
The salary range reflects the expected base compensation for a fully qualified candidate at this level based on experience, qualifications, and market data at the time of posting.
U.S.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees):
At SpyCloud, we are committed to working alongside individuals who are equally passionate about preventing cybercrime, regardless of their department or role. Guided by our core values in all business decisions, we prioritize unity in our mission and ensure all SpyCloud employees have the support and benefits they need to stay focused on our goals. In addition to our engaging workspace in South Austin, flexible and remote-friendly work options, and competitive salary package, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 401(k) with Employer Contribution
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available with Employer Contribution
- Employer Paid Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Generous PTO Plan and 16 paid holidays per year
U.K.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees):
- Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contribution
- Employer Provided Private Health Insurance and Healthcare Cashplan
- Employer Paid Life Insurance, Income Replacement, and Critical Illness Protection
- Employee Assistance Program
- 25 days annual accrued holiday plus 8 paid bank holidays and a paid company shutdown during winter holidays
About SpyCloud:
SpyCloud transforms recaptured darknet data to disrupt cybercrime. Its automated identity threat protection solutions use advanced analytics and AI to accelerate investigations and protect workforce, consumer, and supplier identities from the threats that matter most: authentication bypass, session hijacking, malicious insiders, account takeover, ransomware, and fraud. Its data from malware-infected devices, successful phishes, combolists, and third-party breaches also powers many popular dark web monitoring and identity theft protection offerings. Customers include 7 of the Fortune 10, along with hundreds of global enterprises, mid-sized companies, and government agencies worldwide. Headquartered in Austin, TX, SpyCloud is home to more than 250 cybersecurity experts whose mission is to protect businesses and consumers from the stolen identity data criminals are using to target them now.
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Our Mission:
Our mission is to make the internet a safer place by disrupting the criminal underground. Together with our customers and partners, we aim to end criminals’ ability to profit from stolen information.
Who We Are:
SpyCloud is a place for innovative, collaborative, and problem-solvers to thrive. Individually, we’re amazing, but together, we’re unstoppable. We celebrate diversity and various perspectives and aim to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. SpyCloud complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SpyCloud expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment. Improper interference with the ability of SpyCloud's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. SpyCloud shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in all locations.
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Our Culture:
Our culture is something really special. We’re all driven to disrupt the cybercriminal economy as we keep customer accounts safe from compromise. We support a truly worthy and serious mission, but we have fun doing it together. If you are driven, inventive, and collaborative, you’ll fit right in.
SpyCloud’s Recruitment Policy:
We will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with SpyCloud to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing SpyCloud should email careers@spycloud.com.
Compensation Transparency Policy:
At SpyCloud, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. We strive to ensure that all employees are fairly compensated for their contributions, and we openly discuss our compensation philosophy and structure. We are committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent, and we encourage open dialogue and feedback regarding compensation matters.
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