Security Researcher Job at Fortis Executive Search, San Francisco, CA

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  • Fortis Executive Search
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Cybersecurity Researcher – AI-Driven Enterprise Security

Our client, an innovative enterprise cybersecurity startup backed by $25M in seed funding, is seeking a Cybersecurity Researcher to join their founding research team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI-powered threat detection and automated defense systems.

About the Role

The successful candidate will work at the cutting edge of cybersecurity, investigating vulnerabilities, developing advanced detection methods, and helping build AI models that enable defenses to operate at machine speed. Your research will directly influence tools that protect enterprise clients in real time.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth security research, identifying vulnerabilities and attack patterns.
  • Collaborate with AI and engineering teams to integrate research into agent-based models and security products.
  • Produce actionable outputs including proof-of-concepts, technical reports, and insights that guide product development.

Experience Required

  • 5+ years in security research, red teaming, detection engineering, or threat intelligence.
  • Hands-on experience with TVM, XDR, SIEM, or rule-based detection pipelines (Sigma, YARA, or equivalent).
  • Bonus: experience building scalable research systems or working alongside AI teams.

Why Apply

  • Early-stage impact with a team backed by $25M in seed funding.
  • Work with leaders in AI, engineering, and security on real-world enterprise solutions.
  • Influence products used by Fortune 500 clients.
  • Competitive salary and equity package, plus health, wellness, and professional development benefits.
  • Access to the latest tools and frameworks in AI and cybersecurity.

If you’re a curious, driven security professional who enjoys breaking things to make them stronger, our client wants to hear from you.

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