Security Researcher

Join the Wix security guild as a Security Researcher and play a key role in safeguarding our systems by leading proactive research into emerging technologies and the ever-evolving field of AI your day-to-day you will:  

• Conduct proactive security research on emerging technologies focusing on AI/ML systems LLM security and automated threat vectors  

• Perform threat modeling vulnerability analysis and technical evaluations of new platforms and architectures  

• Develop Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs) and lightweight research tools in Python to test security assumptions and validate vulnerabilities  

• Analyze novel attack techniques public breaches and industry trends to identify systemic risks and mitigate them before theyre exploited  

• Translate complex research technical findings and AI vulnerabilities into actionable security controls strategic insights and recommendations  

• Collaborate closely with Security and Engineering teams to turn research findings into real-world security improvements  

• Present research findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences  

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At Wix we believe our best work happens together. Our work model is fully in person with 5 days a week from our office. Flexibility remains a core value at Wix and special requests are handled thoughtfully at the team level.  

Qualifications :

• 24 years of hands-on experience in security research vulnerability research threat intelligence or offensive security. Military/intelligence unit service academic research CTFs or strong personal research projects are highly valued  

• Deep understanding of core cybersecurity concepts and modern web/cloud architectures  

• Hands-on experience with Python for prototyping automation and developing research tools or PoCs  

• Familiarity with AI/ML security principles (e.g. OWASP Top 10 for LLMs prompt injection data poisoning model exposure risks)  

• Strong critical thinking and an offensive mindset you question assumptions seek root causes and look for ways systems can fail or be exploited  

• A self-starter who is organized takes ownership of research projects end-to-end and drives them to actionable conclusions  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to turn complex technical findings into clear conclusions  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time