Vulnerability Researcher: Threat Discovery & Mentoring

Trend Micro; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cybersecurity leader is seeking an Associate Vulnerability Researcher in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves researching security vulnerabilities, developing detection signatures, and mentoring interns. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a functional understanding of networking protocols, and familiarity with programming languages like C/C++. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Group benefits program with health and dental coverage

Telehealth Virtual Health Services

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Programs with company match

Qualifications

• Research newly discovered security vulnerabilities in software.
• Produce reports on software vulnerabilities and attack detection.
• Develop signatures for attack detection.
• Collaborate with other researchers on vulnerability analysis.
• Mentor interns in the research team.

Responsibilities

• Work with a global customer base in the cybersecurity sector.
• Support leading vendors and manufacturers with technical data.
• Contribute to the internship program operations.

Skills

Functional understanding of TCP/IP protocol stack

Knowledge of computer security

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Reliable team player

Attention to detail

Ability to learn new detection signature languages quickly

Education

Coursework in Computer Science or related fields

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science

Tools

C/C++

Java

Python

Shell scripting

Assembly language

Job description

A global cybersecurity leader is seeking an Associate Vulnerability Researcher in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves researching security vulnerabilities, developing detection signatures, and mentoring interns. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a functional understanding of networking protocols, and familiarity with programming languages like C/C++. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.