Detection Software Engineer

Full Job Description

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

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering.

• 3+ years of experience in cloud-based development. Familiarity with cloud services, Kubernetes, cloud environment architecture, and the major cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure).

• Deep knowledge of OS internals (Windows/Linux) and networking.

• Experience delivering real-world impact on products affecting customers.

• The ability to learn independently, to be self-driven and goal-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with runtime security products.

• Hands-on experience in a detection engineering role/malware analysis/reverse engineering/vulnerability research.

• Familiarity with notable threat actors and threat intelligence analysis.

• IR/red-team/threat-hunting experience.

• Familiarity with the following languages / tools: Python, PowerShell, Linux shell scripting, Terraform, CircleCI, Github Action.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

About The Job

We’re looking for a top-notch Detection Software Engineer to join our Threat Research team and further develop the Wiz Runtime Sensor. In this role, you will work on a world-class runtime security solution affecting some of the largest cloud workloads, collaborating closely with engineering and research to enable new and better threat detection capabilities.

Check out some of our recent research:

PostgreSQL Cryptomining

SeleniumGreed Cryptomining Exploit Attack Flow & Remediation Steps

PyLoose: First Python-based Fileless Attack on Cloud Workloads

Responsibilities

• Work on a world-class runtime security solution affecting some of the largest cloud workloads.

• Work closely with engineering and research to enable new and better threat detection capabilities.

• Build and extend our research infrastructure, automated testing infra and release processes.

• Conduct research and develop new detection capabilities, from concept to implementation.

• Constantly shift things from an art to a science - make the hard things easy, fast and scalable.

• Quickly address gaps and changes when needed. Bias towards action.

• Analyze, debug and solve problems in test, staging and production environments.

• Create and enforce best practices and security policies.

• Work with customers in response to requests and questions when needed.

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.

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