Palo Alto Senior Security Researcher - Cloud Automation Cortex 

Israel, Tel Aviv District, Tel Aviv-Yafo 

172570826

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.

Your Career

As a Cloud Cybersecurity Researcher, you will design and implement remediation strategies for cloud runtime and posture issues, ensuring responses are as autonomous, effective, and safe as possible. You will collaborate with leading security experts, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to the vision of an Autonomous SOC.

Your Impact

• Develop robust, testable, and safe remediation plans for cloud runtime and posture issues (CSPM, DSPM, CIEM, CNAPP, IAM, etc.)
• Conduct in-depth research to identify attacker TTPs and cloud misconfiguration risks, and translate findings into automated response playbooks
• Apply data analysis, programming, and modeling techniques to evaluate and optimize remediation approaches
• Collaborate within a diverse research group to continuously improve automation processes and methodologies
• Stay ahead of evolving threats, including cloud-native attack vectors and advanced adversary tradecraft

Your Experience

• Strong background in cloud security operations and incident resolution
• Deep expertise in at least one of the following: incident response, red teaming, or advanced threat hunting/detection research
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and associated security services
• Proficiency in Python and practical experience building automation or playbooks
• Experience working with SQL or similar query languages for large-scale data analysis
• Strong analytical skills, independent thinking, and ability to collaborate in a team environment

Advantages

• Experience with big data platforms (e.g., GCP BigQuery, AWS Athena)
• Familiarity with security tools such as XDR, EDR, CSPM, DSPM, CNAPP, CIEM, and SOAR
• Deep knowledge of attacker techniques, cloud-native threats, and mitigation strategies
• Experience with machine learning or data-driven security analysis

We define the industry instead of waiting for directions. We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity, excited by the prospect of a challenge, and empowered by the unknown risks facing our everyday lives that are only enabled by a secure digital environment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.