Software Engineer - Research (Netsec)

Company Description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

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

Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Our Approach to Work

We lead with flexibility and choice in all of our people programs. We have disrupted the traditional view that all employees have the same needs and wants. We offer personalization and offer our employees the opportunity to choose what works best for them as often as possible - from your wellbeing support to your growth and development, and beyond!

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office three days per week, leaving two days for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. While details may evolve, our goal is to create an environment where innovation thrives, with office-based teams coming together three days a week to collaborate and thrive, together!

Job Description

You Career

We are seeking a talented and driven Data Security Research Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting extensive research on SaaS applications and developing next-generation solutions to protect data within these applications. You will also play a key role in building tools and automation to streamline our research operations.

Your Impact

• Conduct in-depth research on SaaS applications to identify vulnerabilities and develop innovative solutions for data security
• Lead the development of advanced solutions for safeguarding data in SaaS environments
• Develop tools and automations to enhance research operations and streamline processes
• Independently drive and execute self-directed research projects
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate research findings clearly through presentations and documentation

Qualifications

Your Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent military experience required
• Experience in network security, CASB, and/or DLP
• Proficiency in using tools like Fiddler and Wireshark for network traffic inspection
• Experience developing automation and data pipelines
• Strong programming skills in one or more scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
• Familiarity with cloud environments and AI/ML concepts is a plus
• Proven track record of self-driven research initiatives
• Strong aptitude and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Passion for forward-looking research and innovation
• Good understanding of network protocols and SaaS application stacks
• Knowledge of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends
• Prior experience in front-end development would be an added advantage

Additional Information

The Team

Our engineering team is at the core of our products and connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks. We are constantly innovating — challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity. Our engineers don’t shy away from building products to solve problems no one has pursued before.

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. 

If you are a passionate and experienced research engineer with a solid background in data security and a knack for innovation, we invite you to join us in our mission to develop cutting-edge solutions for protecting data in SaaS applications.

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 accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.

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.

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