Threat Hunting Researcher (Unit 42)

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Threat Hunting Researcher 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. One primary responsibility of this role is to proactively search for signs of malicious activity within an organization's network. Our Threat Hunting Researchers use advanced tools and methodologies to identify anomalies and potential threats that may go undetected by traditional security solutions. They must work closely with other teams to share findings and coordinate response efforts.

Perform threat hunting activities on a wide variety of data sources every day, work on the latest cybersecurity research projects and attacks on a daily basis, build hypotheses, execute manual hunting techniques, gather and analyze results, perform forensic activities, and deliver reports. You’ll be working with some of the brightest minds in technology, and our global teams are on the front line of defense against cyberattacks.