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# principal level Device Security Engineer

- **Company:** Palo Alto Networks
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $183,600 - $297,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Ethernet, Networking Hardware, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), TCP/IP, EndPointSecurity, Malware, Information Technology, Build Tools, Golang
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/sr-principal-software-engineer-paloaltonetworks-com-10699092

## About the Role

* Degree: A Degree in Computer Science or similar fields.
 * Experience: 12+ years of work experience in related fields.
 * Networking: Good knowledge of computer networking in general, and Ethernet and TCP/IP in particular.
 * Programming: Strong programming skills in languages such as C/C++, Python, Go, or Java.
 * Security Domain Knowledge: Experience in one or more of the following is highly valued:
 + Security vulnerability detection and monitoring
 + Malware attack analysis
 + IDS/IPS and application-based firewalls
 + Network device discovery tools
 * Soft Skills: Good communication skills, a creative thinker, and a team player with a passion for computer networking and security.

## Description

You will work with a team of amazing device identification and security professionals to help identify, monitor, and protect the ever-growing number of connected devices in our vast customer base. This is one of the fastest-growing areas of cybersecurity today, and we offer a great opportunity to help shape this landscape and make a real impact in securing the future of Device Security., * Design and develop software components to provide Device Security content needed by customer facing features

 * Provide domain expertise and input to inform product management team to design new features that best serve our customers
 * Build tools and framework to automate data collection and threat and vulnerability intelligence collection
 * Support requests from the field teams and the customers in response to their security incidents, new trending threats or malware campaigns, forensics offered by the Device Security platform, and generate customized reports
 * Support marketing and product management teams in generating Device Security trends, statistics and reports
 * Drive innovations by applying the latest AI and LLM technologies.
 * Conduct deep analysis of network traffic and device behaviors.
 * Collaborate on cross-functional projects to lead and coordinate research efforts.
 * Support customer trials and handle complex security-related issues.