Senior Principal Device Security Engineer (AI/Threats)

Palo Alto Networks; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 184,000 - 297,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior Principal Device Security Engineer to lead research and deliver robust protections for customers. You will design software components, drive AI-driven innovations, and coordinate cross-functional efforts across product, field, and security teams.

You will apply threat intelligence, analyze network traffic and device behaviors, and mentor engineers while shaping the future of device security within a global cybersecurity leader.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in security or networking.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, Go or Java.
• Experience with security vulnerability detection and malware analysis.

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.
• Build tools and frameworks to automate data collection and threat intelligence collection.
• Support field and customer requests for security incidents and new threats; generate reports.
• Assist marketing and product teams with Device Security trends and reports.
• Drive innovations by applying AI and LLM technologies.
• Analyze network traffic and device behaviors in-depth.
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects to coordinate research efforts.
• Support customer trials and handle complex security-related issues.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Go

Java

Networking

Security knowledge

Education

Degree in Computer Science or similar

Job description

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior Principal Device Security Engineer to lead research and deliver robust protections for customers. You will design software components, drive AI-driven innovations, and coordinate cross-functional efforts across product, field, and security teams.

You will apply threat intelligence, analyze network traffic and device behaviors, and mentor engineers while shaping the future of device security within a global cybersecurity leader.