Threat Analyst, Machine Learning Operations, Detection Efficacy

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

📋 Description

• Examine detection data, including customer reports, to identify potential enhancements for machine learning models.

• Execute tasks that facilitate improved management of false positive detections.

• Analyze binary files to assess their authenticity.

• Evaluate existing product detections to ensure compliance with company standards.

• Address internal inquiries and concerns related to customer threat detections.

• Assist internal teams in responding to customer queries regarding threat detection.

• Supply the Data Science organization with insights about detection effectiveness and false positive occurrences.

• Collaborate with Technical Account Managers, Falcon Complete, Data Scientists, and the Malware Research Center within Data Science.

⛳️ Requirements

• Familiarity with and understanding of various types and functionalities of malware.

• Experience in reverse engineering malware or working within malware operations.

• Proficiency in programming and scripting languages, especially Python.

• Basic knowledge of binary file attributes such as imports/exports and packers.

• Capability to demonstrate practical expertise in research/collection techniques and analytical methods.

• General knowledge of threat/risk management and threat/risk assessment principles.

• Acquaintance with different operating systems.

• Skill in deconstructing complex problems into manageable components.

• Proven track record of utilizing AI technologies to improve decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, enhance efficiency, and drive business outcomes.

• Experience in a security operations center or a similar environment addressing incidents.

• Comprehensive understanding of Windows OS internals and the Windows API.

• Knowledge of MacOS and/or Linux systems.

• Familiarity with tools used in targeted and criminal cyber intrusions.

• Background in exploit and vulnerability analysis.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, and assembly.

• Experience in machine learning-based threat detections.

🏝️ Benefits

• Industry-leading compensation and equity awards.

• Extensive physical and mental wellness programs.

• Generous vacation and holiday policies for relaxation.

• Paid parental and adoption leave.

• Opportunities for professional development available to all employees, regardless of their level or role.

• Employee Networks, local neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to foster connections.

• Dynamic office culture equipped with world-class amenities.

• Bonus opportunities.

• Equity grants.

• Health insurance coverage.

• 401k retirement plan.

• Paid time off.