Cloud Security Research Engineer, Wiz
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Cloud security software for modern cloud protection
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Cloud security software for modern cloud protection
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help organizations create secure cloud environments that accelerate their businesses.
Role
Who you are
- Hands-on proficiency in Linux, Windows, Python, Bash, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and a strong understanding of the OSI model
- Solid knowledge of networking concepts and cloud infrastructure
- Proven experience in applying cybersecurity best practices to real-world scenarios
- Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong communication skills
- Fast learner who's comfortable adapting to new concepts
What the job involves
- We’re looking for a Cloud Security Research Engineer to join the Product team and spread the power of Wiz
- In this role, you’ll play a key part in safeguarding our customers’ cloud environments from cyber threats
- Your contributions will directly impact customer success and advance the field of cloud security
- You’ll gain practical experience that can lead to exciting career paths in product management, research, or development
- Research, innovate, and develop cutting-edge detection mechanisms, advanced algorithms, and automated solutions to precisely identify and categorize technologies within complex cloud environments
- Conduct comprehensive analysis of cloud services, APIs, and log payloads to ensure strict adherence to industry standards and customer-specific requirements
- Continuously update knowledge and skills to stay abreast of the latest technologies and emerging trends in the industry
- Implement customer requests and industry-standard practices to establish Wiz as a market leader in cloud security
- Collaborate closely with our Research and Backend teams to leverage their expertise in developing and refining technical solutions
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Wiz is a cloud security startup that rapidly made its mark in the cybersecurity world. Launched by a team of former microsoft executive, the company made headlines in summer 2022, when it achieved an impressive $180M in annual recurring revenue just two years after its first product went to market, earning itself some major clients, including Salesforce, Slack, BMW, and Asos along the way.
Most recently, Wiz has become the centrepiece of a massive acquisition deal: Google (via its parent Alphabet Inc.) announced a $32B agreement to acquire the company. The deal, which initially faced antitrust review by the US Department of Justice, has now cleared this regulatory hurdle and is expected to close in early 2026.
This acquisition underscoreWiz's exceptional rise in the cloud security space. And the company's rapid growth, client base, and industry-leading technology have made it one of the most influential cycbersecurity startups in recent years. As it transitions into the Google ecosystem, Wiz is ready to scale and shape the future of cloud security on a global scale.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
May 2024
$1bn
SERIES E
Feb 2023
$300m
SERIES D
Total funding: $1.9bn
Company benefits
- Health benefits: We've got your health covered, plain and simple.
- Home Office Setup: Your comfort zone gets a work makeover, on us.
- Flexible PTO Policy: Time off that works with your life, not against it.
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks: Craving a snack? Our kitchen's wehr it's at.
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks: Craving a snack? Our kitchen's where it's at.
- Lunch provided: Lunch? Consider it sorted.
- Free Wiz Swag always available: Wear your Wiz pride, anytime.
Company HQ
Chelsea, New York, NY
Leadership
Assaf Rappaport
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously co-founded and was CEO of security SaaS Adallom (acquired by Microsoft in 2015). Subsequently spent four years at Microsoft as a General Manager, first of Cloud Security, then R&D Israel.
Ami Luttwak
(Co-Founder & CTO)Previously the co-founding CTO of Adallom, next joining Microsoft as CTO of the Cloud Security Group, before becoming CTO of R&D Israel.
Yinon Costica
(Co-Founder & VP of Product)Previously spent 4 years at Microsoft, joining as a Principal Program Manager of Cloud Security before moving into the role of Partner Director of Product Management and Cloud Security.
Roy Reznik
(Co-Founder & VP of R&D)Alongside Wiz, Roy is also the co-founder and Master Distiller at Kataro Distillery. Before this, they worked as Principal R&D Group Manager for Microsoft, joining the company from Adallom whom they co-founded.
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