Principal Security Researcher - Remote

Overview

Prelude Research is a small team of security researchers and software developers working to reinvent the way we protect endpoints in a world where threats are complex, emergent, and accelerating. Backed by Sequoia Capital, Insight Partners, and other leading investors, we are building an advanced security solution currently in early-access release. Greater detail about this initiative will be shared as conversations progress.

In Short

• Conduct in-depth research on operating system internals to pinpoint sources of defensive telemetry crucial for detecting adversary tactics
• Analyze modern adversary tradecraft, deciphering technique relevance, inner workings, and detectability
• Translate and implement research findings into actionable improvements for Prelude's products
• Produce high-quality, public-facing security research content, including blog posts and conference talks
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge offensive and defensive security techniques through continuous self-study and research
• Serve as the subject matter expert in adversary tradecraft and security operations, supporting other business units on their projects as needed
• Support other Researchers on the team with their research and actively engage in team-driven initiatives

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of Windows operating system internals and reverse engineering
• 5+ years of experience in offensive security, detection engineering, or systems programming
• Strong understanding of how modern EDRs/XDRs work internally
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts and research outputs
• Aptitude for working in a fast-paced, adaptive startup environment

Benefits

• Fully remote team across the US & Canada
• Generous healthcare
• Flexible PTO
• Home-office support
• Culture that values trust, autonomy, and excellence