Junior Research Analyst (entry level)

Description

About The Position

Upwind is a next-generation Cloud Security Platform that leverages runtime context to identify and prioritize critical risks, providing precise insights for efficient cloud security management. Unlike traditional tools, Upwind uses runtime data proactively for risk prioritization and posture insights, ensuring teams focus on what truly matters. With industry-leading efficiency and eBPF-powered sensors, Upwind delivers comprehensive capabilities, including agentless cloud posture discovery, real-time threat protection, and integrated API security. From misconfigurations to malware defense, Upwind ensures end-to-end, cost-effective cloud infrastructure protection. At Upwind, you’ll have the opportunity to think creatively, explore new ideas, and use your skills to make a meaningful impact on our growth.

We’re looking for a highly technical and creative Research Analyst to join our research group. In this role, you’ll explore the evolving landscape of cloud security and advanced technologies, driving actionable insights that strengthen our CNAPP offerings. You’ll work closely with a diverse team to investigate emerging threats, evaluate detection capabilities, and help shape innovative solutions for cloud environments. Join us in shaping the future of cloud security, where your research not only influences our technology roadmap but also resonates with our commitment to exceeding customer expectations, streamlining processes, and solving tough challenges creatively.

Responsibilities

• Work with Product, and GTM teams to integrate insightful research findings into our platform and drive feature innovation.
• Conduct thorough studies of cloud-native environments, focusing on data-driven techniques to identify vulnerabilities, assess threat landscapes, and refine detection methods.
• Investigate and propose novel approaches—whether in defense evasion, anomaly detection, or cloud security—to strengthen our agents, engines, and overall security posture.
• Translate complex security challenges into clear, practical solutions that deliver immediate and measurable value to customers.

Requirements

• Tech Military background / University Degree / prior CNAPP experience strongly valued.
• Familiarity with Coding (C, Python, etc), Cloud infra, runtime security, AI\ML an advance.
• Demonstrated ability to deep-dive into complex topics.
• Delivering research insights that drive tangible improvements for end-users.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, coupled with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Able to tackle challenges with less, maintain high standards, and innovate in fast-changing environments.