Palo Alto Sr Threat Hunter Researcher 

United Kingdom, Scotland 

349238880

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Your Career

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a senior Threat Hunter to join Unit 42's Managed Services group. Threat Hunters in Unit 42 play a critical role in safeguarding organizations against cyber threats by proactively searching for threats across multiple datasets. They are responsible for leading and conducting threat hunting activities related to malware, threat actor groups, and campaign activity. This position requires a cross-disciplinary approach that involves a deep understanding of cybersecurity, incident response, threat intelligence, and hands-on technical skills.

One primary responsibility of this role is to proactively search for signs of malicious activity within an organization's network. Our Threat Hunters use advanced tools and methodologies to identify anomalies and potential threats that may go undetected by traditional security solutions. Additionally, our Threat Hunters should actively engage in research and experimentation to develop new hunting techniques and stay ahead of evolving threats.

Your Impact

• Help multinational organizations stay one step ahead of adversaries and cyber threats

• Collaborate and guide our customers on the best ways to enhance their protection and readiness for future events

• Improve Palo Alto Networks' solutions by identifying and analyzing new threats and tactics

• Influence the industry by sharing knowledge and findings

• Collaborate with multiple research and development groups

• Contribute to making the world a safer and better place

Your Experience

• ​​Have or be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)

• Understanding the threat landscape, including attack tools, tactics, and techniques, as well as networking and security fundamentals

• Experience investigating targeted, sophisticated, or hidden threats in both endpoints and networks

• 4+ years of relevant experience with a proven track record in cybersecurity research, specializing in either APTs or cybercrime, but with the ability to address the broader threat landscape

• Background in forensic analysis and incident response tools (both Dynamic and Static, such as IDA Pro, Ollydbg, and Wireshark) to identify threats and assess the extent and scope of compromises

• Understanding of APT operations, including attack vectors, propagation, data exfiltration, lateral movement, persistence mechanisms, and more

• Familiarity with organizational cybersecurity measures, including protective tools and remediation techniques

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

• Strong attention to detail

• Knowledge of advanced threat hunting methodologies and the ability to develop novel techniques

• Experience in an Incident Response environment is a plus

• Proficiency in Python and SQL is beneficial

• Familiarity with reverse engineering is advantageous

• Ability to simplify and clarify complex ideas

• Experience in writing technical blog posts and analysis reports

• Ability to analyze and understand the infrastructure of malicious campaigns

• Self-starter who can work independently and adapt to changing priorities

Please note that this role requires eligibility for UK Security Check (SC) Clearance. Eligibility includes having spent the last five years in the UK and holding British citizenship. Unfortunately, if you do not meet these requirements, we will be unable to proceed with your application.

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