Senior Security Researcher, Phishing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Data Collection: Identify, target, and recover data from Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) kits utilizing a blend of human intelligence and platform sourcing.

• Data Analysis: Utilize data science methodologies to assess the quality of the collected data, aimed at enhancing the PhaaS data sourcing pipeline.

• Human Intelligence: Implement human intelligence strategies such as managing various alternate personas, engaging with actors, and employing social engineering to aid in data recovery efforts.

• Security Analysis: Contribute to the creation of research blogs and analytical products to support client needs and business goals.

• Security Research: Engage in security research, including the investigation of threat actors, PhaaS, and other essential research aligned with SpyCloud’s objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience as a cybersecurity researcher, analyst, or in a comparable cybersecurity role.

• Proficient understanding of contemporary PhaaS kits and methodologies, including AiTM and Device Code phishing.

• Familiarity with the criminal underground and methods to access data traded on the deep and dark web.

• Experience in human intelligence techniques such as elicitation, persona management, and direct engagement with threat actors.

• A critical thinker comfortable with collaborative problem-solving in a team context.

• Exceptional communication skills.

• Highly inquisitive, empathetic, adaptable, and self-motivated.

• Experience in a remote work setting with global team members.

• A strong enthusiasm for countering malicious actors in the cybercriminal landscape.

🏝️ Benefits

• 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

• 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