Senior Security Researcher, Remote US

Location: This position can be fully Remote in the United States. Cisco Secure, Talos is looking for a Senior Researcher/Scientist Engineer to help us build the next generation of detection algorithms for email threat defense technologies. The ideal candidate is passionate about solving real problems by turning cutting-edge research into operational production solutions. They will collaborate with a global team to support research and detection efforts. Responsibilities Forward-Looking Research - The researcher will develop leading-edge prototypes, features, and algorithms to solve emerging challenges with a primary focus on detecting Phishing, BEC, SCAM, and malicious attachment having email as a delivery vector. Write detailed documentation of the developed prototype, feature, and detection algorithm, which the engineering team can use to productize the solution. Perform data analysis to measure efficacy and continuously improve solutions to ensure the product stays ahead of the curve. Evangelize the deliverables to the partners, leadership, and stakeholders Qualifications At least eight years of direct or equivalent experience in detecting email-based exploitation, particularly URL-based exploitation such as Phishing, BEC, SCAM Prior experience in applied Machine Learning is a must. Prior experience in developing and shipping detection algorithms is a must Knowledge of Security and Malware detection technologies. Patents, Paper in the premium conference is a plus. Candidate should have effective communication skills to respond to support/customer queries. Knowledge of at least a programming language, such as Python or go, is necessary. Typically, Bachelors + 7 years related experience or Masters + 4 years related experience or equivalent experience. WHY CISCO SECURE \, where each person is unique. We bring our talents to work as a team each day, helping power an inclusive future for all. Get to know us! 1 Our People Are The Heart of Cisco We're global, we're adaptable, we're diverse, and our security portfolio is as extensive as it is groundbreaking. Have you heard of Threat, Detection & Response, Zero Trust by Duo, Common Services Engineering, or Cloud & Network Security? Those are only a few of our product teams! The only thing we're missing is YOU. Join an enterprise security leader with a start-up culture, committed to driving innovation and giving you the opportunity to make an impact. We and we know we're better together, that's why we're dedicated to inclusivity, collaboration, and diversity in everything we do. We're proud to be the Best Security Company in 2021 with the Best Authentication Technology and the Best Small and Mid-Size Enterprises Security Solution in 2022 by SC Media. Cisco Secure continues to grow and evolve year after year with 100% of Fortune 100 Companies using our products, and we're excited to see the new heights we'll reach with your passion for security, your customer focus, and your desire to change things up! What else can you expect? An ongoing investment in your growth-that's why we offer many employee resource groups (called Inclusive Communities), mentorship programs, and hundreds of learning resources to consistently level up your skillset and explore your interests. Because when you succeed, we succeed! "Cisco Secure offers an environment that combines cutting-edge, mission-critical, technology with some of the brightest, most diverse set of people I've ever had the pleasure of working with." - Chief of Staff, Engineering Join Cisco Secure - Be You, With Us! References Visible links 1. \_default/index.html?videoId= Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.