
About Zscaler
Secure access for a cloud-first world
Key Highlights
- Public company (NASDAQ: ZS) with a valuation over $4B
- 7,000+ enterprise customers including Netflix & Siemens
- Headquartered in San Jose, California
- Over $500M raised in funding since inception
Zscaler, headquartered in San Jose, California, is a leader in cloud security solutions, providing services to over 7,000 customers including major corporations like Netflix and Siemens. Founded in 2008, Zscaler went public in 2018 and has since raised over $500 million in funding, with a current va...
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Zscaler offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance. Employees ...
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Zscaler fosters a culture of innovation and agility, emphasizing a cloud-first approach to security. The company values transparency and collaboration...
Overview
Zscaler is seeking a Senior Detection Engineer to enhance threat detection and response capabilities. You'll work closely with operations and threat research teams to protect customers from cyberattacks. This role requires expertise in cybersecurity and a passion for solving complex challenges.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat detection and response. Your experience includes working with security operations and engineering teams to develop effective detection strategies. You thrive in a collaborative environment where you can share insights and learn from others. You are driven by purpose and enjoy tackling complex challenges that have a global impact. You understand the importance of transparency and constructive debate in achieving the best outcomes. You are adaptable and can navigate the ever-changing security landscape, staying ahead of new threats and adversaries.
Desirable
Experience with cloud-native security solutions and familiarity with Zero Trust principles would be advantageous. Knowledge of various threat detection methodologies and tools is a plus. You may also have experience in developing detection algorithms or working with endpoint data analysis. A passion for continuous learning and improvement in the cybersecurity field is highly valued.
What you'll do
As a Senior Detection Engineer at Zscaler, you will be part of a high-performing team dedicated to enhancing our threat detection capabilities. You will collaborate closely with the development team to design and implement effective detection mechanisms that protect our customers from cyber threats. Your role will involve analyzing endpoint data to identify potential threats and developing practical detection solutions. You will also contribute to the ongoing improvement of our detection engineering processes, ensuring that we remain agile and responsive to the evolving security landscape. You will participate in 24/7 operations, tracking down threats and delivering timely detections to our customers. Your insights and expertise will help shape the future of our cybersecurity offerings.
What we offer
At Zscaler, we foster a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, and accountability. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact our customers' security. We provide reasonable accommodations in our recruiting processes for candidates who need support. Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity and making a positive difference on a global scale.
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