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Senior Security Researcher

Aqua Security

Ramat Gan, IsraelFull-timePosted 3mo agoStill listed 4 days ago

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Location
Ramat Gan, Israel
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Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Aqua Security seeks an experienced Security Researcher to conduct deep technical research on Linux‑based cloud‑native systems, including Kubernetes and serverless environments. The role involves reverse‑engineering malware, analyzing sophisticated attack techniques, and translating findings into scalable detection and hardening strategies that protect large‑scale production environments.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Linux SupportMalware AnalysisReverse EngineeringKubernetesInternetworkingLinux InternalsContainerseBPFCPythonCloud‑Native TechnologiesCommunication

Qualifications

B.Sc. In Computer Science or Equivalent Experience4+ Years Experience in Security Research

Full job description

Senior Security Researcher

  • Engineering
  • Ramat-Gan, Israel
  • Full-time
  • Full Time
  • ID: 62-D-ISR-1

Description We are looking for an exceptional Security Researcher to join Aqua’s world-class security research organization. Looking for an experienced researcher in the cybersecurity world with depth, and excellence in cloud-native security research. As a Security Researcher, you will work on deep technical research on several areas – working with other researchers, and transforming advanced offensive insights into scalable defensive capabilities. What You Will Do

  • Research and analyze sophisticated attack techniques targeting Linux-based cloud-native systems, including Kubernetes, containers, and serverless environments.
  • Reverse engineer Linux malware families to extract behavioral patterns, execution flows, and persistence mechanisms.
  • Study real-world threat actor techniques and translate findings into actionable detection, prevention, and hardening strategies.
  • Design and prototype advanced detection logic and observability mechanisms, including kernel- and runtime-level approaches (e.g., eBPF).
  • Influence Aqua’s security strategy by turning research insights into capabilities that protect large-scale production environments.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to ensure research outcomes are impactful and scalable.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in security research with a strong focus on Linux-based systems.
  • B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent experience from a military, academic, or advanced technical background.
  • Deep, practical understanding of Linux internals (processes, syscalls, memory, networking, filesystems).
  • Strong experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering in Linux environments.
  • Proficiency in C and Python for low-level research, tooling, and prototyping.
  • Proven ability to analyze attacker behavior and design corresponding detection or mitigation strategies.
  • Strong familiarity with cloud-native technologies, including containers, Kubernetes, and container runtimes.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical findings clearly and influence stakeholders.

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