Cybersecurity Researcher

Role: Cybersecurity Researcher
Location: South Bay Area (On-site or Remote flexibility)
Compensation: $175K – $225K + ~0.1% equity
Visa: Sponsorship available for all visa types

Company

An early-stage cybersecurity startup (founded 2024) operating in stealth mode. The company has raised $25M in funding and currently employs about 20 people. Backed by top-tier investors, the startup is building advanced security solutions at the intersection of applied research and product development.

Role Overview

This role sits at the cutting edge of cybersecurity R&D. As a Cybersecurity Researcher, you’ll combine deep research expertise with hands-on engineering skills to design and implement novel approaches to securing systems and infrastructure. The position blends applied research with practical engineering, giving you a direct impact on shaping new security technologies.

Tech Environment

• Primary Language: Python

• Focus Areas: Applied research, threat detection, system security, and vulnerability analysis

• Role Types: Research Scientist & Applied Research, Security Engineer

Culture & Workstyle

• Small, highly technical team (~20 employees)

• Flexible work policy (on-site South Bay or fully remote)

• High-impact environment with direct contributions to product direction and security innovation

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary

• Equity (~0.1%)

• Visa sponsorship available

• Opportunity to own projects end-to-end in a fast-growing startup

Fast Facts

• Founded: 2024

• Funding: $25M

• Team Size: 20

• Industry: Cybersecurity

• Stage: Stealth, early growth with strong investor backing