Detection Researcher jobs in Tel Aviv-Yafo

Come join the organization that is redefining security for the AI era. As one of the fastest-growing startups ever, we enable teams to secure cloud and AI applications by connecting code, cloud, and runtime into a single shared context. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent. Not to mention, we're now powered by Google, meaning we offer our customers an AI-powered platform that harnesses Google’s Threat Intelligence and Security Operations to better detect, prevent, and respond to threats across all environments, allowing for further innovation. Our Wizards from all over the globe work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers, including over 65% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re honored to be a leading player in a massive and growing market, and we continue to look for exceptional Wizards who are eager to make a significant impact on our team. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our momentous growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow even the best companies to move faster, all while having some fun! Minimum Qualifications • 6+ years of hands-on experience in security or threat research, with a proven track record of driving investigations to actionable, real-world impact. • Experience conducting data-driven research and working with large-scale telemetry. • Proficiency in Python, Go, and query languages (e.g., KQL, SQL). • Strong self-motivation and ability to independently drive complex research projects from concept to delivery. Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure), Kubernetes, and modern cloud-native architectures. • Background in incident response, red teaming, or threat hunting. • Hands-on experience building and shipping security detections as part of a product. • Experience writing technical blogs, publishing security research, or speaking at industry conferences. • Leveraging AI/LLM-driven tools to enhance detection generation and telemetry analysis. • Clear and effective communicator with excellent collaboration skills, comfortable working across teams and disciplines. About the job We're looking for a Threat Detection Researcher to join the Threat Research team and spread the power of Wiz. In this role, you will further develop the Cloud-native Threat Detection domain. Check out some of our recent research: • Detecting Malicious OAuth Applications • Tracking TeamPCP: Investigating Post-Compromise Attacks Seen in the Wild • Wiz Discovers Cloud Email Abuse Campaign Responsibilities • Drive the full lifecycle of security detections - from threat research and data analysis to building and shipping detection logic directly into production. • Design behavioral baselines for complex cloud environments using diverse signals, and develop high-fidelity detections based on those baselines. • Expand Wiz's detection engine with novel and high-impact telemetry sources, pushing the boundaries of what can be detected in modern cloud environments. • Conduct deep technical research into complex cloud services to uncover novel attack vectors. • Investigate real-world attacks across cloud environments, identity providers (IDPs), and infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) platforms. • Hunt and analyze emerging threats and active campaigns targeting the cloud ecosystem. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon 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. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Wiz will process your personal data in accordance with Wiz's Privacy Policy.

Come join the organization that is redefining security for the AI era. As one of the fastest-growing startups ever, we enable teams to secure cloud and AI applications by connecting code, cloud, and runtime into a single shared context. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent. Not to mention, we're now powered by Google, meaning we offer our customers an AI-powered platform that harnesses Google’s Threat Intelligence and Security Operations to better detect, prevent, and respond to threats across all environments, allowing for further innovation. Our Wizards from all over the globe work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers, including over 65% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re honored to be a leading player in a massive and growing market, and we continue to look for exceptional Wizards who are eager to make a significant impact on our team. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our momentous growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow even the best companies to move faster, all while having some fun! Minimum Qualifications • 6+ years of experience in security or threat research in which you conducted deep 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 the major cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure). • Proficiency in Python for tool development and automation. • Experience delivering security detections in customer-facing product(s). • The ability to learn independently, to be self-driven and goal-oriented. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge of Go, Rust, or C/C++. • 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). • Excellent communication and teamwork skills. About the Job We’re looking for a top-notch Threat Detection Researcher to 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. Responsibilities • 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. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon 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. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Wiz will process your personal data in accordance with Wiz's Privacy Policy.

Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place. Who We Are In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us! We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes. Job Summary The team is responsible for developing and improving our Linux anti-malware prevention. This includes having top-notch knowledge about the latest malware families in the wild, Linux internals, different attack frameworks and hacktools. As part of this, the team analyzes customer data and issues to prevent malicious activities in our customer's environment, and help to improve the product. Key Responsibilities • Research and analyze malware and keep up-to-date on the most recent tactics and techniques used in the wild • Create behavioral-based protection that enhances our product's coverage • Leverage Palo Alto Networks massive collection network to identify coverage gaps and emerging threats • Assist in the design, research, evaluation and implementation of new security technologies and features • Work in close coordination with other teams, including both development and other research teams, as well as support, sales and other cross-functional teams Qualifications Required Qualifications • 3+ years of experience in security research/analysis roles • Vast experience in Malware research - Advanced static and dynamic analysis tools • Experience in identifying, investigating, and responding to complex attacks • In-depth knowledge of inner Linux operating system Internals - processes & threads, User & Kernel space, eBPF, Cloud Native technologies, etc. • Experience in Python or other scripting languages • Understanding of the threat landscape in terms of the tools, tactics, and techniques of attacks • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English • Strong attention to detail • Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-moving, and demanding environment - this role might occasionally require working non-regular hours, including weekends and holidays - if needed Preferred Qualifications • Experience in development of endpoint-based malware detection rules - big advantage Our Commitment We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [email protected]. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.