Threat Researcher - Linux

Role Summary

Sophos is looking for a Linux Threat Researcher to join our team! The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of Linux internals, is fluent in assembly, and has a knack for getting to the bottom of any issue. You enjoy thinking creatively; combining your deep technical knowledge, your tenacity for innovation, and your can‑do attitude to solve complex and challenging problems on a daily basis.

• As a member of the Linux Behavior Protection Team, you will be responsible for:
• Implementing context‑aware & behavior‑based detection to provide multiple layers of protection from attacks targeting Linux infrastructure
• Mapping protection & detection of attack behaviors to MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Linux kernel exploit research and detection
• Threat hunting, data mining, and using other methods of research to discover new threats to Linux and opportunities to improve protection
• Working with product teams to adapt protection technology to the rapidly evolving threat landscape
• Reverse engineering and debugging malware, understanding the complete end‑to‑end kill chain, from attack vector to persistent payload
• Publish research articles and whitepapers on the corporate blog

• Essential:
• Deep knowledge of Linux operating system, internals and APIs
• Experience in computer security and/or threat research
• Dynamic and static malware analysis experience
• Programming experience

• Desired:
• Threat hunting
• Data mining
• Reverse engineering skills
• Knowledge of exploitation techniques
• Knowledge of offensive tools and techniques

In Canada, the base salary for this role ranges from $107,000 to $179,000. In addition to base salary, we offer additional compensation including bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s specific pay within this range will depend on a variety of factors, including job‑related skills, training, location, experience, relevant education, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance of the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation.