Full-Time

Senior Threat Researcher

Behavioural

Posted on 7/26/2024

Sophos

Sophos

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides cybersecurity solutions for businesses

No salary listed

Senior, Expert

Remote in UK

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Python
Communications
Requirements
  • Strong knowledge of Windows Internals including Memory management, Processes, Threads.
  • Proficiency in both static and dynamic analysis of threats, using tools such as IDAPro, WinDbg
  • Demonstrated programming experience. Preferred: Python, Lua.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to demonstrate complex technical problem to peer researchers as well as to product engineering team
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and creatively
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer software (Computer Security preferable) or equivalent experience
Responsibilities
  • Conduct in-depth behavioural analysis of Windows threats
  • Develop Behavioural rules for various threat behaviours including hands-on keyboard attack, malware payloads, initial attack vectors and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
  • Produce quality threat analysis reports for both internal and external audience
  • Collaborate with other cross-functional teams to improve behavioural protection capability based on the threat analysis
  • Guide and train junior team members in assisting malware analysis, peer code review
  • Assist in the development of tools wherever necessary to improve day-to-day task

Sophos provides cybersecurity solutions to protect businesses from digital threats like malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. Their products include endpoint protection for individual devices, network security for entire systems, and mobile security for smartphones and tablets. A key feature is Sophos Central, a cloud-based management console that allows users to oversee all security measures from one platform, making it easier to manage and respond to threats. Additionally, Sophos offers Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, where experts monitor and address security incidents for clients who may not have in-house capabilities. Unlike many competitors, Sophos focuses on an integrated approach to security, combining various services and products under a subscription model, which provides consistent revenue and allows for ongoing support and training for clients.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$4.7B

Headquarters

Abingdon, United Kingdom

Founded

1985

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Secureworks acquisition positions Sophos as a leading MDR service provider.
  • Sophos' study shows MDR services reduce insurance claims by 97.5%.
  • Partnership with Paradyn expands Sophos' influence in the European market.

What critics are saying

  • Layoffs post-Secureworks acquisition may impact operational efficiency and morale.
  • Critical firewall flaws necessitate hotfixes, indicating potential vulnerabilities.
  • Integration challenges from Secureworks acquisition could disrupt service continuity.

What makes Sophos unique

  • Sophos' acquisition of Secureworks enhances its MDR service offerings significantly.
  • Sophos Central offers a unified platform for managing diverse security solutions.
  • SophosAI's integration of multimodal AI boosts threat detection capabilities.

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Disability Insurance

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