Security Researcher III
SpyCloud is on a mission to make the internet a safer place by disrupting the criminal underground. SpyCloud’s solutions thwart cyberattacks and protect more than 4 billion accounts worldwide. Cybersecurity is an exciting, evolving space, and being at the forefront of the fight to disrupt cybercrime makes SpyCloud a special place to work. If you’re driven to align your career with a fantastic mission, look no further!
SpyCloud is looking for a self-driven Security Researcher III to come on board and participate in our research initiatives that drive our tailored intelligence collection. You will work closely with teams across the organization to build applications and processes that enable data collection at scale. You’ll act as a subject matter expert on all things across the research organization.
What You'll Do
- Communication: Deliver periodic updates to the SpyCloud Labs team and other business teams on the progress of the various research and data collection efforts.
- Data Collection: Locate, target and recapture data from various underground sources including dark web forums, marketplaces, and messaging applications including Telegram and Discord.
- Data Research: Constantly work to improve the recaptured data workflow by discovering new vectors and sources to ultimately create an all encompassing collections library of recovered data.
- Human Intelligence: Perform human intelligence techniques such as managing multiple alternate personas, actor engagements, and social engineering in support of data recapture efforts.
- Team Mentoring: Assist the junior members of the Labs team by cross training and mentoring them for skill development.
Requirements
- 4+ year(s) experience as a cybersecurity researcher, analyst, or similar cybersecurity related position.
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in a business, engineering, math or science field.
- Working knowledge of the criminal underground and how to access data traded through the deep and dark net.
- Critical thinker that is comfortable supporting collaborative problem solving in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Highly curious, empathetic, flexible and self-directed.
- Experience working in a remote work environment with team members all around the world.
- A passion for thwarting bad actors in the cyber criminal ecosystem.
Nice to Have
- Experience tracking and interacting with threat actors in the Sinosphere of cybercrime.
- Proficiency in reading and writing a foreign language with a preference of Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish.
- Experience using AI/LLMs to perform data analysis tasks with large datasets.
- Experience with an ETL pipeline and large data processing.
- Experience with a high-level programming language like Python, Rust, Go
- Experience with databases (relational or NoSQL).
- Experience automating data collection and analysis with a programming language.
SpyCloud is not sponsoring visas at this time.
U.S.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees):
At SpyCloud, we are committed to working alongside individuals who are equally passionate about preventing cybercrime, regardless of their department or role. Guided by our core values in all business decisions, we prioritize unity in our mission and ensure all SpyCloud employees have the support and benefits they need to stay focused on our goals. In addition to our engaging workspace in South Austin, flexible and remote-friendly work options, and competitive salary package, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 401(k) with Employer Contribution
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available with Employer Contribution
- Employer Paid Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Generous PTO Plan and 16 paid holidays per year
U.K.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees):
- Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contribution
- Employer Provided Private Health Insurance and Healthcare Cashplan
- Employer Paid Life Insurance and Income Replacement
- Generous Holiday Plan and 14 paid holidays per year
About SpyCloud:
SpyCloud is on a mission to disrupt the cycle of cybercrime. As the leader in Cybercrime Analytics, our solutions thwart cyberattacks that originate from the use of stolen data, including account takeover, ransomware, and online fraud. More than 550 customers and partners trust SpyCloud to protect users' identities, prevent targeted attacks, and unmask adversaries attempting to harm businesses and their customers.
To learn more and see insights on your company’s exposed data, visit SpyCloud.
Our Mission:
Our mission is to make the internet a safer place by disrupting the criminal underground. Together with our customers and partners, we aim to end criminals’ ability to profit from stolen information.
Who We Are:
SpyCloud is a place for innovative, collaborative, and problem-solvers to thrive. Individually, we’re amazing, but together, we’re unstoppable. We celebrate diversity and various perspectives and aim to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. SpyCloud complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SpyCloud expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment. Improper interference with the ability of SpyCloud's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. SpyCloud shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in all locations.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us.
Our Culture:
Our culture is something really special. We’re all driven to disrupt the cybercriminal economy as we keep customer accounts safe from compromise. We support a truly worthy and serious mission, but we have fun doing it together. If you are driven, inventive, and collaborative, you’ll fit right in.
SpyCloud’s Recruitment Policy:
We will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with SpyCloud to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing SpyCloud should email careers@spycloud.com.
Compensation Transparency Policy:
At SpyCloud, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. We strive to ensure that all employees are fairly compensated for their contributions, and we openly discuss our compensation philosophy and structure. We are committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent, and we encourage open dialogue and feedback regarding compensation matters.
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