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Cybersecurity Researcher

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$175K - $225K/yr

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Job description

Role: Cybersecurity Researcher
Location: South Bay Area (On-site or Remote flexibility)
Compensation: $175K - $225K + ~0.1% equity
Visa: Sponsorship available for all visa types

Company

An early-stage cybersecurity startup (founded 2024) operating in stealth mode. The company has raised $25M in funding and currently employs about 20 people. Backed by top-tier investors, the startup is building advanced security solutions at the intersection of applied research and product development.

Role Overview

This role sits at the cutting edge of cybersecurity R&D. As a Cybersecurity Researcher, you’ll combine deep research expertise with hands-on engineering skills to design and implement novel approaches to securing systems and infrastructure. The position blends applied research with practical engineering, giving you a direct impact on shaping new security technologies.

Tech Environment
  • Primary Language: Python
  • Focus Areas: Applied research, threat detection, system security, and vulnerability analysis
  • Role Types: Research Scientist & Applied Research, Security Engineer
Culture & Workstyle
  • Small, highly technical team (~20 employees)
  • Flexible work policy (on-site South Bay or fully remote)
  • High-impact environment with direct contributions to product direction and security innovation
Benefits & Perks
  • Competitive base salary
  • Equity (~0.1%)
  • Visa sponsorship available
  • Opportunity to own projects end-to-end in a fast-growing startup
Fast Facts
  • Founded: 2024
  • Funding: $25M
  • Team Size: 20
  • Industry: Cybersecurity
  • Stage: Stealth, early growth with strong investor backing
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