Threat Researcher, AI Security & Detection (Remote)

Zscaler, Inc.; Jackson (TN); Remote; USD 123,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Time off plans

Parental leave

Retirement options

In-office perks

Job summary

Zscaler, Inc. is seeking a Staff Threat Researcher for a remote US-based role reporting to the Threat Research Team. You will dissect complex attacks, translate findings into scalable detections, and influence product strategy while strengthening detection engineering priorities.

The role emphasizes adversary tradecraft across Windows, macOS, Linux and major cloud providers, with collaboration across engineers, analysts, and threat hunters to deliver practical research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Foundational AI/ML knowledge and experience applying AI-driven solutions
• Experience with commercial Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) and cloud-based detection platforms
• Software development in at least one scripting language and one compiled language
• Security experience in at least one cloud service provider and cloud architectures
• Public engagement (conferences, blogs, webinars)
• Experience managing code with Git/GitHub

Responsibilities

• Scope and refine research initiatives across Windows/macOS/Linux and major cloud providers
• Analyze attack techniques and detection data sources to understand adversary control
• Develop automated attack code, write tests, and create proofs of concept for detections
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve detection methodologies and prioritize deliverables
• Document findings and mentor colleagues on research and detections

Skills

AI/ML concepts

Tools

Git/GitHub

Job description

Zscaler, Inc. is seeking a Staff Threat Researcher for a remote US-based role reporting to the Threat Research Team. You will dissect complex attacks, translate findings into scalable detections, and influence product strategy while strengthening detection engineering priorities.

The role emphasizes adversary tradecraft across Windows, macOS, Linux and major cloud providers, with collaboration across engineers, analysts, and threat hunters to deliver practical research outcomes.