Staff Developer-Vulnerability Detection

Arctic Wolf; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,600,000 - 4,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity for all employees

Flexible annual leave

Training and career development

Private medical insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Arctic Wolf is seeking a Staff Security Content & Integrations Developer. You will lead security research, build vulnerability detection content, and create integrations that enhance exposure management across multiple platforms and services.

You will design, implement, test, and maintain detection solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and leverage automation and AI-assisted tooling to accelerate delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• Security research engineering with focus on vulnerability detection and content development.
• Experience with frameworks such as OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS benchmarks.
• Knowledge of vulnerability detection content using Network Assessment and Security Language, Notus, and derived exposures.
• Strong programming in Python, Go, Rust, or Bash.
• Experience with relational or non-relational databases like PostgreSQL or MongoDB, with data modeling knowledge.
• Cloud environments (AWS), containers (Docker/Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code.

Responsibilities

• Identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations and translate research into effective detection capabilities.
• Develop and maintain security detection content to improve coverage, efficiency, and customer outcomes.
• Design, test, and maintain detection programs across assets and technologies.
• Design plugins and integrations with public APIs to enable data sharing and enhance coverage.
• Write secure, efficient detection code across multiple products and security technologies.
• Develop host-based detection content using OV Language, Notus, and related tools.
• Create network-based tests and publish attack-path and exposure queries.
• Develop automation workflows using Python, participate in incident management and on-call rotations.
• Collaborate with Exposure Management Product, Triage, and Security Services to operationalize intelligence.
• Leverage AI-powered development tools to accelerate delivery and improve code quality.

Skills

Security research

Vulnerability detection

Security content

Python

Tools

Notus

OVAL

Nmap

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

At Arctic Wolf, you won’t just watch the cybersecurity industry evolve – you will help lead the change. Our global Pack is made up of people who thrive on solving hard problems, moving fast, and building technology that protects organizations around the world. We’re proud to be recognized by Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, CRN, Gartner Peer Insights and IDC MarketScape – but what matters most is the work behind it: delivering real outcomes for customers through award winning innovation like our Aurora Platform. If you’re looking for meaningful work, smart teammates and the chance to make a real impact in a high-growth company that’s redefining security operations, Arctic Wolf is the right place for you! Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk.

We’re looking for a Staff Security Content & Integrations Developer / Vulnerability Detection to be part of making this happen. The Staff Security Content & Integrations Developer will contribute to our Aurora Exposure Management team by leading security research, vulnerability detection development, security content engineering, and third‑party integrations that continuously improve the coverage and effectiveness of Arctic Wolf’s Exposure Management portfolio. This role combines cybersecurity research and software development, with a strong focus on identifying vulnerabilities and misconfigurations, developing detection content, building integrations with external platforms and services, and delivering scalable security capabilities for Arctic Wolf customers.

AS A STAFF SECURITY CONTENT & INTEGRATIONS DEVELOPER AT ARCTIC WOLF, YOU WILL

• Apply a security research first mindset to identify vulnerabilities, system misconfigurations, and exposure risks and translate research into effective detection capabilities.
• Lead and contribute to the development of security content that continuously improves vulnerability and exposure coverage, detection efficiency, and customer outcomes.
• Research, design, develop, test, and maintain security detection programs for vulnerabilities and system misconfigurations across a broad range of asset types and technologies.
• Design and develop plugins and integrations with public application programming interfaces from enterprise vendors to enable push and pull based data sharing and enhance security coverage.
• Build well‑designed, testable, efficient, and secure vulnerability and misconfiguration detection code across multiple products and security technologies.
• Develop host based vulnerability detection content using technologies such as Open Vulnerability Assessment Language definitions, Network Assessment and Security Language scripts, and Notus.
• Develop network based vulnerability tests and create and publish attack path and exposure related queries using vulnerability intelligence and related security data.
• Develop configuration benchmark automation, including Center for Internet Security Benchmark related content, and contribute to pipeline hardening checks and security policy development.
• Develop automation and enrichment workflows using scripting languages such as Python and participate in incident management and on‑call rotations to safeguard and monitor services.
• Partner closely with Exposure Management Product, Triage, Security Services, and other operational teams to operationalize intelligence into detection, triage, and response workflows.
• Leverage artificial intelligence powered development tools, including code assistants, artificial intelligence augmented debugging, and automated testing, as part of the development workflow to accelerate delivery and improve code quality.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WITH EXPERIENCE IN

• Security Research Engineering with a strong emphasis on vulnerability identification, vulnerability detection, misconfiguration detection, and security content development.
• Conducting security research and developing detection and identification capabilities using methodologies and frameworks such as the Open Worldwide Application Security Project Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and Center for Internet Security Benchmarks.
• Designing, writing, testing, and maintaining vulnerability detection content using technologies such as Network Assessment and Security Language, Notus, Open Vulnerability Assessment Language, and Derived Exposures.
• Strong programming experience in at least one backend or scripting language such as Python, Go, Rust, or Bash.
• Experience working with at least one relational or non‑relational database, such as PostgreSQL or MongoDB, and understanding of data modeling and query development.
• Experience with cloud environments such as Amazon Web Services, container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code.
• Strong understanding and application of secure software development practices and Security Development Operations methods.
• Deep operational knowledge of network infrastructure protocols such as HTTP, SSH, SMB, SNMP, and TLS/SSL, as well as operating system internals including the Windows Registry and Linux file systems.
• Strong ability to independently research complex security problems, develop detection solutions, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with third‑party vulnerability management platforms such as Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7, or OpenVAS.
• Experience with cloud based configuration and security posture management tools such as Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub, Sonrai, CloudSploit, or Prisma Cloud.
• Experience with open source vulnerability assessment and penetration testing platforms such as Nmap, OpenVAS, Burp Suite, or Metasploit.
• Experience with information technology deployment and configuration automation tools such as Salt or Ansible.
• Experience developing security content for large scale security platforms or exposure management products.
• Experience mentoring engineers or acting as a technical lead on security research and detection engineering initiatives.

On-Camera Policy

To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location‑related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.

ABOUT COMPANY & BENEFITS

At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture.

This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2025), Best Places to Work – USA (2021-2025), Great Place to Work – Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – UK (2024-2026), and Kununu Top Company – Germany (2024-2026).

Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 10,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally.

As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry.

Our Values

Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk—we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good. We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance.

See more about our Pack Unity here.

We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.

All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including

• Equity for all employees
• Flexible annual leave, paid holidays and volunteer days
• Training and career development programs
• Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical insurance for you and your family, life insurance (3x compensation), and personal accident insurance.
• Fertility support and paid parental leave

Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities.

As such, we strive to make our entire experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodation by emailing [e-mail].

Security Requirements

Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies. Background checks are required for this position. This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.

At Arctic Wolf, we recognize that success comes from delighting our customers. We believe in being lean – in constantly building, measuring, and learning in all aspects of our business. We truly value people. All wolves are welcome to join the Arctic Wolf pack, with compelling compensation packages, benefits, and equity for employees. Arctic Wolf is focused on building a workforce that is diverse and inclusive.

Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities.

As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may make a request by calling the Arctic Wolf general contact number at 1-888-272-8429 and asking to speak to Recruiting, or by emailing [e-mail].