Security Researcher - Team Lead

Summary

Join CloudLinux, a global remote-first company, as a Security Researcher - Team Lead for the Imunify team! Lead a team of web protection engineers, ensuring top-notch web security. Responsibilities include managing the team, guiding technical planning, reviewing code, monitoring server data, driving new research on web attacks and bot protection, and helping mature the Python codebase. This fully remote position offers flexible hours and a strong focus on professional development. The ideal candidate possesses a BSc in a relevant field, 3+ years of team lead experience, Python expertise, and a deep understanding of web and network security.

Requirements

• BSc in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a similar field
• 3+ years of experience as a Team Lead
• Experience in Python, including building prototypes or security automation
• A deep understanding of Web Security, Network Security, and Bot Protection
• Knowledge of SQL queries
• Fluency in English (upper-intermediate level or higher)

Responsibilities

• Managing the Web Protection Team (Security Engineers & Researchers)
• Guiding the team by example and leading technical planning
• Reviewing code and team deliverables while supervising new releases
• Monitoring data from servers and improving existing Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules
• Driving new research and experiments on Web Attacks and Bot Protection
• Helping the team mature the existing codebase written in Python

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of web hosting environments
• Understanding of the Linux command line
• Knowledge of ModSec, OSSEC, and/or regular expression syntax for security rules
• Familiarity with hosting control panels (cPanel, DirectAdmin, etc.) and/or content management systems (WordPress, Joomla, etc.)
• Fast learner, proactive
• Strong self-motivation, driven to achieve committed milestones
• Strong prioritization skills and a flexible mindset
• Ability to independently analyze a task and find the right solution
• Ability to work with vague requirements and make independent decisions
• Ability to work in a team and lead

Benefits

• Interesting and challenging projects
• Mentor and other knowledge-exchange programs
• Fully remote work with flexible working hours, that allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide
• Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Compensation for private medical insurance
• Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement
• The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation