Malware Researcher

London Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will advance Darktrace’s malware threat research by analyzing cyber threats and TTPs, and turning findings into actionable detections. You’ll hunt for emerging threats, produce reports and publications, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen threat intelligence. The position combines research, data-driven method development, and external presenting at conferences or events. You join a mission-driven team that values fast learning, ownership, and measurable impact in defending customers.

Pay / Benefits

23 days’ holiday + public holidays
Birthday day off
Private medical insurance
Life insurance 4x base salary
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Enhanced family leave

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth analysis of cyber threats, malware, and adversary TTPs
Proactively hunt for emerging threats and identify new attack trends
Produce high-quality threat intelligence reports, blogs, and publications
Develop data-driven methodologies to support threat hunting and intelligence production
Present research findings internally and externally at conferences and industry events
Develop and refine threat detections based on research outcomes
Use data visualization and analytical techniques to support investigations and communicate findings
Collaborate with security researchers, analysts, and product teams to strengthen threat intelligence capabilities

Key requirements

Background in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
Understanding of operating systems, networking concepts, system internals, and security fundamentals
Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or C/C++
Experience analysing structured and unstructured datasets to generate insights
Familiarity with malware analysis, threat intelligence, digital forensics, or reverse engineering techniques
Strong understanding of modern cyber threats, malware trends, and attacker methodologies