Analyze advanced security threats—ranging from malware to complex web attacks—and translating threat intelligence into high-fidelity detections across our platform.
Ensure our analysts and clients receive highly accurate, actionable alerts with minimal noise.
Leverage data from over 40 third-party and internal sources, partner with our CTU Threat Intelligence team, and use a range of scripting and automation tools to strengthen detection capabilities.
Collaborate on the development of internal tools, automation, and detection infrastructure.

Strong passion for cybersecurity research and the ability to quickly learn emerging technologies.
Hands-on experience in scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) and use of Python data science libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib).
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and automation principles.
Proficiency in analyzing logs from firewalls, proxies, and security infrastructure to identify anomalies.
Familiarity with event logs, traffic pattern anomalies, and threat hunting methodologies.
Strong understanding of endpoint detection, Linux/Unix and Windows OS internals, vulnerability identification, and workflow automation.
Forensic analysis of memory and disk images across various OS and file system types is a plus.
Experience in malware analysis, including static/dynamic techniques and reverse engineering (IA32/64, ARM binaries) is a plus.
Experience with event correlation and incident reconstruction using log data is a plus.
Network traffic analysis skills, including identification of anomalous or malicious traits is a plus.
Solid grasp of database querying, systems architecture, and process automation for operational improvements is a nice to have.

Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees.
Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy
Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities
Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint
Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp
Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge
Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Senior Threat Researcher

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