Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience., Minimum of two years' experience in cybersecurity, data analytics, or threat research., Deep understanding of web architectures, protocols, and web application development., Proven ability to think like an adversary and analyze cyber threats..

Key responsibilities:

Investigate and analyze emerging cyber threats related to fraud and identity security.

Transform complex threat data into actionable insights for customers.

Monitor and interpret the evolving cyber threat landscape using various data sources.

Collaborate with team members to enhance threat detection and response strategies.

Job description

About Ping Identity:

At Ping Identity, we believe in making digital experiences both secure and seamless for all users, without compromise. We call this digital freedom. And it's not just something we provide our customers. It's something that inspires our company. People don't come here to join a culture that's built on digital freedom. They come to cultivate it.

Our intelligent, cloud identity platform lets people shop, work, bank, and interact wherever and however they want. Without friction. Without fear.

While protecting digital identities is at the core of our technology, protecting individual identities is at the core of our culture. We champion every identity. One of our core values, Respect Individuality, reminds us to celebrate differences so you are empowered to bring your authentic self to work.

We're headquartered in Denver, Colorado and we have offices and employees around the globe. We serve the largest, most demanding enterprises worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100. At Ping Identity, we're changing the way people and businesses think about cybersecurity, digital experiences, and identity and access management.

As a Senior Threat Researcher at Ping, you will proactively investigate, identify, and analyze emerging cyber threats, transforming complex threat data into actionable insights for our customers. Leveraging extensive data sources including Ping’s data lake, intelligence reports, industry trust groups, and proprietary resources, you will continuously monitor and interpret the evolving cyber threat landscape with an emphasis on fraud and identity security.

Essential Qualifications:

A hacker’s soul - Experience thinking like an adversary, breaking and building
Proven track record in cybersecurity or fraud analysis with comprehensive knowledge of current attack methods, techniques, tactics, and procedures (TTPs), and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
Minimum of two years' experience in product-oriented data analytics, feature engineering, data science, or threat research.
In-depth understanding of web architectures and design patterns, including REST APIs, the OSI Model (particularly TLS protocols), microservices architecture, client-side JavaScript, DNS, and PKI.
Practical experience with web applications development.
Self-motivated and capable of independent operation with minimal supervision.
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, adept at thriving in dynamic team environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
Fluent verbal and written communication in English.

Additional Qualifications:

Familiarity with identity management protocols such as OAuth2/OIDC, WebAuthn, and Kerberos.
Extensive knowledge of identity-related cyber threats and attack methodologies, including New Account Fraud, Credential Stuffing, Account Takeover, Phishing, and MFA Fatigue.
Hands-on experience with web and mobile automation frameworks, such as Selenium and Playwright.
Expertise in browser fingerprinting techniques and JavaScript API security considerations.
Formal education or advanced certification in cybersecurity.

Life at Ping:

We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative work environment. We’re growing quickly, but remain true to the innovative, can-do startup values that got us here. Most importantly, we keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely nice people because that’s who we want to succeed with every day.

Here are just a few of the things that make Ping special:

A company culture that empowers you to do your best work.
Employee Resource Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone.
Regular company and team bonding events.
Competitive benefits and perks.
Global volunteering and community initiatives

Our Benefits:

Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule
Parental Leave
Progressive Healthcare Options
Retirement Programs
Opportunity for Education Reimbursement
Commuter Offset (Specific locations)

Ping is the collective sum of all our individual experiences, backgrounds and influences and we pride ourselves in growing and learning together. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone’s individuality is respected and everyone has an Identity. In recruiting for new colleagues, we welcome the unique contributions you can bring and encourage you to be your best self.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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