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paloaltonetworks
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Principal Malware Reverse Engineer
paloaltonetworks· Palo Alto Networks (Netherlands) B.V.
About this role
Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.
Who We Are
In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!
We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.Job Summary
As a member of the Malware and Countermeasures Unit (MCU), you will be working closely with a globally distributed team of a dozen reverse engineers. Your time will be divided between picking apart various classes of malware and side projects to improve our team workflows and company products.
Your Impact
Reverse engineer malware via static and dynamic methods
Collaboration with our Threat Intelligence team to analyze and develop detection coverage for the latest threats
Implement automated malware analysis tools
Research and prototype novel automated malware detection techniques
Communicate with product engineering teams to improve detection efficacy in our ecosystem of products
Qualifications
Proficiency in Python
Malware analysis
Disassemblers examples IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja
Debuggers examples windbg, gdb, ollydbg, or x64dbg
BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
Nice to haves:
C, and/or C++
Development experience malware analysis, malware detection, sandboxing
BS/MS/ Ph.D in Computer Science or Computer Engineering with 2+ years of experience
Our Commitment
We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.Frequently Asked Questions
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