Threat Detection Researcher (Windows/Linux/MacOS)

Summary

We’re looking for a top-notch Threat Detection Researcher join our team and spread the power of Wiz. In this role, you will further develop the Wiz Runtime Sensor as part of our threat research team.

What You’ll Do

• Develop detections and tools to protect customers from cloud threats
• Investigate attacks on cloud environments and malware targeting cloud and AI workloads
• Hunt and analyze real-world attacks and emerging cloud and AI threats
• Collaborate closely with the R&D team to transform research insights into product features
• Work with customers in response to requests related to suspicious activity or potential incidents
• Create best practices and security policies based on research findings
• Deliver external-facing content (blog posts and talks at security conferences) based on security insights and novel research

What You’ll Bring

• 6+ years of experience in security or threat research with actionable conclusions and impacts
• Intimate knowledge of OS internals (Windows/Linux/MacOS) and networking
• Familiarity with cloud services, Kubernetes, cloud environment architecture, and major cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Proficiency in Python for tool development and automation (knowledge of Go, Rust, or C/C++ - an advantage)
• Experience delivering security detections in customer-facing product(s)
• The ability to learn independently, be self-driven, and goal-oriented
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Advantage

• Hands-on experience with malware analysis/reverse engineering/vulnerability research
• Familiarity with notable threat actors and threat intelligence analysis
• IR/red-team/threat-hunting experience
• Experience leveraging AI to supercharge research and detection workflows
• Deep knowledge of modern threat classes (Supply Chain, CI/CD, or threats targeting AI infrastructure and agentic frameworks)

Pay & Benefits

Compensation for this full-time position includes base salary + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google. The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below.

About the Role

Join a startup redefining security for the AI era, trusted by security teams worldwide. Our mission is to secure cloud and AI applications by connecting code, cloud, and runtime into a single shared context. We're honored to be a leading player in a massive and growing market, and we're always looking for exceptional researchers like you to make a significant impact on our team.

Schedule

Full-time position.