Threat Researcher 2

Microsoft
Redmond, WA
Job Description
Microsoft Security is seeking a Threat Researcher to join the Defender Experts (DEX) Research team. The team focuses on advanced threat protection by combining world-class hunting expertise with AI-driven analytics to protect customers from advanced cyberattacks. This role involves researching emerging cloud threats, developing detection strategies, and contributing to Microsoft Security’s defense capabilities in complex cloud environments.

Requirements

  • 3+ years relevant experience in security research, detection engineering, threat lifecycle, cloud security in large-scale in complex cloud environments
  • Proven ability to execute advanced research on emerging cloud-based threats affecting both Microsoft and third-party security products across heterogeneous cloud environments
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and refining detection and response strategies leveraging major SIEM platforms, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Sentinel, to provide comprehensive threat coverage and response capabilities.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with cloud platforms—including, but not limited to, Azure—as well as an understanding of multi-cloud security challenges and solutions.
  • Strong practical experience identifying, analyzing, and mitigating real-world cyber threats in complex cloud environments
  • Proven ability to work independently and deliver complete solutions.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
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