4+ years of experience in security research with a strong focus on Linux-based systems. B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent experience from a military, academic, or advanced technical background. Deep, practical understanding of Linux internals (processes, syscalls, memory, networking, filesystems). Strong experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering in Linux environments. Proficiency in C and Python for low-level research, tooling, and prototyping. Proven ability to analyze attacker behavior and design corresponding detection or mitigation strategies. Strong familiarity with cloud-native technologies, including containers, Kubernetes, and container runtimes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical findings clearly and influence stakeholders.