Staff Windows Security Researcher
@ SentinelOne

Hybrid
€120,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 21 days ago

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About SentinelOne

At SentinelOne, we’re redefining cybersecurity by leveraging AI-powered, data-driven innovation to stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Our industry-leading products and exceptional company culture are driven by core values and a passion for solving complex challenges.

What Are We Looking For?

We seek talented security researchers who think differently, hunt vulnerabilities, and outsmart malware. If you have hands-on experience with Windows platforms and enjoy deep technical research, this role is for you.

Your Role at SentinelOne

As a Staff Windows Security Researcher, you will join an elite team addressing real-world cybersecurity problems, including protecting against ransomware and advanced threats. You will influence our core platform's architecture and design while working on vulnerability, exploit, and anti-tampering research.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Conduct deep research on Windows OS internals, vulnerabilities, and exploits.
  • Develop and deploy detection assets for protection and visibility.
  • Collaborate with multiple detection teams to enhance security products.
  • Create, maintain, and improve research tools and infrastructure.
  • Optionally write white papers, blogs, and technical articles.

Required Experience & Skills

  • 3+ years in security research, focused on Windows.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows Kernel, internals, and reverse engineering.
  • Proficiency in C, C++, assembly, and related analysis tools (IDA, Ghidra, WinDBG, SysInternals).
  • Experience with offensive and defensive security research.

Additional Benefits

  • Flexible working hours and 100% remote role based within Spain.
  • Employee stock plan (RSUs), yearly bonus, and comprehensive insurance packages.
  • Re-location assistance for eligible candidates to the Czech Republic.
  • Paid leave, pension contributions, and various additional country-specific benefits.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Windows Security
  • Vulnerability Research
  • Exploit Analysis
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Kernel Development
  • Threat Detection
  • EDR/EPP Knowledge
  • Security Tools
  • Research Methodologies
  • Technical Writing

How to Get Hired at SentinelOne

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight Windows security and research skills.
  • Showcase your projects: Detail past research and reverse engineering work.
  • Network online: Connect with SentinelOne employees on LinkedIn.
  • Prepare technical examples: Demonstrate vulnerability analysis and detection assets.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Windows Kernel internals documentation.
Practice reverse engineering on sample binaries.
Familiarize with IDA, Ghidra, and WinDBG.
Study recent Windows vulnerabilities and exploits.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging research project.
Explain teamwork in problem-solving scenarios.
Discuss handling project deadlines under pressure.
Share examples of creative problem solving.

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