Pentest Product Associate

Come join the organization that is redefining security for the AI era. As one of thefastest-growing startups ever, we enable teams to secure cloud and AI applications by connecting code, cloud, and runtime into a single shared context. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proventrack record of success and a culture that values world-class talent. Not to mention, we're nowpowered by Google, meaning we offer our customers an AI-powered platform that harnesses Google’s Threat Intelligence and Security Operations to better detect, prevent, and respond to threats across all environments, allowing for further innovation.

Our Wizards from all over the globe work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers, including over 65% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re honored to be a leading player in a massive and growing market, and we continue to look for exceptional Wizards who are eager to make a significant impact on our team. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our momentous growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow even the best companies to move faster, all while having some fun!

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of hands-on experience in AppSec or penetration testing, including proficiency with enterprise tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, or Acunetix.
• Hands-on experience with Linux, Windows, Docker, Kubernetes, web protocols (HTTP/S, REST, GraphQL), and authentication mechanisms (OAuth, SAML).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Go to automate security tasks and interact with codebases.
• Solid knowledge of networking concepts, the OSI model, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of AI/ML and how LLMs or reinforcement learning agents operate within a cybersecurity context.
• SaaS and cloud experience, with familiarity in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments and modern cloud-native architectures.
• A red teaming background, with experience in simulated adversarial attacks and bypassing standard WAF or security controls.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to diagnose complex logs and scans to distinguish between tool failures, configuration issues, and valid security findings.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively and communicate high-stakes security concepts effectively across teams.

About the job

We’re looking for a Pentest Product Associate to join our Product team and help expand the power of Wiz. In this pivotal role, you will be the primary operator of our cutting-edge AI-driven Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) agent while simultaneously innovating detection mechanisms for cloud-native technologies. You will bridge the gap between automated AI testing and cloud infrastructure, defining the "rules of engagement" for our agents to ensure they effectively simulate sophisticated attacks and accurately classify the modern attack surface.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced detection algorithms to classify cloud technologies while fine-tuning the attack policies that define how our agents identify and exploit vulnerabilities.
• Analyze cloud services, APIs, and log payloads to review complex attack paths, reducing false positives and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Stay at the forefront of novel attack vectors and emerging cloud/API threats, translating new techniques into executable behaviors for the Wiz DAST engine.
• Collaborate directly with Research, Backend, and R&D teams to turn operational insights into feature requests, positioning Wiz as the market leader in vulnerability management.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need forvisa sponsorship.Thisrole does not offervisasponsorship.

Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

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