Sr Threat Hunter

Threat Hunter (Unit 42)

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a senior Threat Hunter to join Unit 42's Managed Services group. Threat Hunters safeguard organizations by proactively searching for threats across multiple datasets, leading hunting activities related to malware, threat actor groups, and campaign activity. The role requires a cross‑disciplinary approach, deep knowledge of cybersecurity, incident response, threat intelligence, and hands‑on technical skills.

• Proactively search for signs of malicious activity within an organization's network using advanced tools and methodologies.
• Identify anomalies and potential threats that may go undetected by traditional security solutions.
• Engage in research and experimentation to develop new hunting techniques and stay ahead of evolving threats.
• Work closely with Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, Customers, and cybersecurity leadership to share findings and coordinate response efforts.

• Help multinational organizations stay one step ahead of adversaries and cyber threats.
• Collaborate and guide customers on best ways to enhance their protection and readiness for future events.
• Improve Palo Alto Networks' solutions by identifying and analyzing new threats and tactics.
• Influence the industry by sharing knowledge and findings.
• Collaborate with multiple research and development groups.
• Contribute to making the world a safer and better place.

• Understanding of the threat landscape, attack tools, tactics, and techniques, plus networking and security fundamentals.
• Experience investigating targeted, sophisticated, or hidden threats in endpoints and networks.
• 4+ years of relevant experience with a proven track record in cybersecurity research, specializing in APTs or cybercrime, with the ability to address the broader threat landscape.
• Background in forensic analysis and incident response tools (both dynamic and static such as IDA Pro, Olly Dbg, Wireshark) to identify threats and assess compromise extent.
• Understanding of APT operations: attack vectors, propagation, data exfiltration, lateral movement, persistence, etc.
• Familiarity with organizational cybersecurity measures and remediation techniques.
• Experience utilizing XDR/EDR tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of advanced threat‑hunting methodologies and the ability to develop novel techniques.
• Experience in an Incident Response environment is a plus.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL is beneficial.
• Familiarity with reverse engineering is advantageous.
• Ability to simplify and clarify complex ideas.
• Experience writing technical blog posts and analysis reports.
• Ability to analyze and understand the infrastructure of malicious campaigns.
• Self‑starter who can work independently and adapt to changing priorities.

Unit 42 is the global threat intelligence team at Palo Alto Networks. We deliver high‑quality, in‑depth research on adversaries, malware families, and attack campaigns. Our analysts uncover and document adversary behaviors and share playbooks that provide insight into the tools, techniques, and procedures threat actors use to compromise organizations.

Roles may offer employee choice on work location (office or mostly from home), based on global team requirements.

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Is role eligible for immigration sponsorship? No.