Senior Research Engineer, Tenable

• Keep abreast with the advancements and developments in the security industry and perform original research to keep our customers secure
• Develop detection scripts for Tenable’s sensors (Nessus vulnerability scanner and others) based on the research findings
• Research and develop methods of detection for additional services and products from different vendors
• Demonstrably strong programming skills in one or more languages (C and/or Python)
• Ability and experience in showcasing original research externally – via blogs, white- papers, etc
• Ability to work independently as a researcher as well as part of a larger team
• Experience working with multiple operating systems (proficiency with Linux is a must)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptable and able to shift priorities as needed
• Meticulous in terms of quality & accuracy of work
• Willingness to explore and learn
• B.S. degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• At least 3-5 years of development or R&D experience

Desirable

• Tenable is looking for a Senior Research Engineer to join our security research team. This position will involve researching existing vulnerabilities, looking for new vulnerabilities, and developing checks/plugins to detect these vulnerabilities using our products. This role will involve some interfacing with stakeholders outside the Research team
• Works on complex research and development initiatives
• Implements advanced detection logic while minimizing false positives & false negatives
• Participates in detection logic discussions and the research of new methods for detection
• Interfaces with stakeholders on externalizing the outcomes of research
• Helps / trains other researchers, when needed