Senior Principal Device Security Engineer

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 297,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a senior device security engineer to design and implement security content for customer-facing features. You will work with a team of device identification and security professionals to monitor and protect a growing base of connected devices.

The role emphasizes collaboration across cross-functional teams, research leadership, and the application of AI/LLM technologies to improve threat detection and response capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in security or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of computer networking (Ethernet, TCP/IP).
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, Go, or Java.
• Experience in security vulnerability detection, malware analysis, IDS/IPS, and network device discovery.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software components for Device Security content used by customer-facing features.
• Provide domain expertise to inform product management for new features that serve customers.
• Build tools to automate data collection and threat intelligence gathering.
• Respond to field and customer security incidents and analyze emerging threats.
• Support marketing and product teams by generating Device Security trends and reports.
• Drive AI and LLM innovations to enhance security capabilities.
• Analyze network traffic and device behavior to identify anomalies.
• Collaborate across teams to coordinate research efforts.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Go

Java

Networking basics

Team player

Communication

Education

12+ years experience

Job description

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a senior device security engineer to design and implement security content for customer-facing features. You will work with a team of device identification and security professionals to monitor and protect a growing base of connected devices.

The role emphasizes collaboration across cross-functional teams, research leadership, and the application of AI/LLM technologies to improve threat detection and response capabilities.