Security Researcher – Behavioral Detections
Kandji, Inc.
Job Description
Job Overview
Kandji is seeking a Security Researcher specializing in detection engineering to join their Threat Intelligence and Research team. This role involves researching, analyzing, and developing detection methods for malware and attack methodologies, significantly contributing to Kandji's Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution. The ideal candidate will perform malware analysis, enhance detection rules, and collaborate with engineering teams to integrate detection logic into security systems.
Technical Requirements
- • cybersecurity
- • behavioral detections
- • malware analysis
- • developing file-based detections
- • problem-solving
- • communication
- • EDR development
- • security agent code prototyping
- • security-focused data analytics
- • scripting languages (Python)
3+ years in cybersecurity, focusing on behavioral detections
Responsibilities
- • Analyze malware and adversarial behavior to identify detection opportunities
- • Develop and enhance detection rules and behavioral analytics for endpoint environments
- • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate detection logic into the security agent
- • Monitor and respond to emerging threats and trends
- • Document and communicate research findings internally and externally
Benefits & Perks
- • Competitive salary
- • 100% individual and dependent medical + dental + vision coverage
- • 401(k) with a 4% company match
- • 20 days PTO
- • Kandji Wellness Week
- • Equity for full-time employees
- • Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents
- • Paid Family and Medical Leave
- • Mental Health Benefits
- • Fertility Benefits
- • Employee Discounts
- • Free onsite fitness center
- • Free parking
- • Lunch 5 days/week
- • Career growth opportunities
- • Inclusive culture
Additional Information
- Location
- Miami
- Type
- Full-Time
- Compensation
- Competitive salary
About Kandji, Inc.
Kandji is an automation-forward Apple device management (MDM) software that integrates device management and EDR into one platform, empowering secure and productive work on Mac, iPad, iOS, and tvOS devices.