Junior Security Posture Researcher (Cortex Cloud)

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

Are you passionate about the world of cyber threats? Adequately following up on the latest cyber security trends? Are you curious by nature and eager to grow into the world of posture and security research? Think you have what it takes to protect our customers?

We are looking for a Junior Security Researcher who is passionate about cybersecurity, Identity, Cloud, SaaS, and everything in between.
This is an opportunity to join one of our experienced research teams and develop hands-on expertise in the posture and cybersecurity realms.

At Palo Alto Networks we value diverse viewpoints and experiences, as we are solving complex cyber security challenges. We are committed to a safe and inclusive workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct posture and security research that directly integrates into products protecting numerous customers.

• Implement cybersecurity logic within a production codebase, transitioning from theoretical concepts to practical detections.

• Collaborate with and receive guidance from experienced researchers to develop hands-on expertise.

Please note: This is a focused, intensive one-week process, requiring availability for the Assessment Day on September 3 and throughout the following week. Our goal is to keep the process fast and efficient, so you’ll have a clear answer about the next steps by the end of the week.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Candidates with at least one of the following:

  • 1-2 years of professional experience in entry-level security roles (e.g. SOC Analyst, DFIR Analyst, CERT, Junior Malware Analyst, Security Engineer).

  • B.Sc graduates (within the past 12–18 months) with relevant cybersecurity certifications such as OSCP, OSWP, eJPT, or a similar certification from a known cyber security institute.

  • Relevant military background in the cyber security field.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly.

• A strong passion for cybersecurity research, continuous learning, and professional growth.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts and research findings to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• Familiarity with operating systems and fundamental networking concepts.

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.