Senior Cybersecurity Researcher at PyUp Cybersecurity - Canada - Remotework

Description

Responsibilities:

Review and assess the validity of known vulnerabilities, occasionally delving deeper to thoroughly understand the issues at hand

Experiment with and discover novel ways to detect potential vulnerabilities in packages or software

Collaborate with data engineers to translate novel vulnerability detection methods into systematic, repeatable processes within our data processing system

Work closely with the Lead System Architect and Senior Data Engineer to integrate security findings into the data processing system

Develop and optimize AI-driven modules and components to enhance the system's security capabilities

Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and incorporate this knowledge into the system

Embrace a fast-paced, iterative development approach, delivering working solutions quickly and continuously improving based on feedback

Impact:

If you are excited about the opportunity to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity domain and build a world-class vulnerability database, we want to hear from you Join our dynamic and fast-paced startup, where you'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, shape the future of software supply chain security, and deliver impactful results through iterative deployments.

Requirements

10+ years of overall technical experience

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity research, specifically in software supply chain security

Experience using LLMs, such as GPT, Claude, or Copilot, for security research and analysis

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment

Passionate about staying at the forefront of cybersecurity research and AI-driven solutions

Thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, comfortable with rapid iterations and adaptable to changing requirements

Resourceful and creative problem-solver, able to deliver results with limited resources and tight deadlines

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