Senior Threat Research Engineering

Proofpoint
Toronto, CA; US
Remote

Job Description

Position: Senior Threat Research Engineering Role

Enhance security operations as a Senior Security Research Engineer. Collaborate with a top threat research team to develop tools that automate workflows and improve data analysis processes.

In this senior role, you'll work directly with threat researchers to track and analyze malicious activity. Your responsibilities will encompass designing and implementing systems that support security-focused projects while facilitating collaboration with engineering units. Expect to stay updated on evolving threats, providing valuable insights and solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop tools for automated security workflows
  • Collaborate with threat researchers on projects
  • Communicate security needs to engineering teams
  • Stay current with threat landscape and technologies
  • Work effectively in a remote team environment

Requirements:

  • Passion for threat research and security technologies
  • Proficient in Python and tooling development
  • Experience with tools like AWS, Splunk, and relational databases
  • Strong communication skills for technical presentations
  • Ability to manage large datasets for analysis

Utilize your expertise in security to create impactful tools and enhance threat research efforts effectively.

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Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

PythonAwsSplunkRelational databasesCommunicationSecurityThreat research

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

senior

Posted

4/12/2026

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