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Huntress

Principal macOS Security Researcher

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Location as listed by the employer: “United States of America”
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About this role

Huntress is hiring for a Principal macOS Security Researcher role. See the official posting for full details.

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in macOS system internals, including the security model, code signing and notarization, TCC, SIP, persistence, and the Mach-O file format
  • Hands-on experience with Apple's Endpoint Security API and system extension development
  • Authority on macOS security threats, attack techniques, and the current macOS malware landscape
  • Familiarity with macOS fleet management (MDM, configuration profiles, mobileconfig deployment)
  • Experience red teaming and performing attack emulation to bypass EDR on macOS
  • Proficiency with Swift. Additional understanding of Go, Python, and/or Ruby is preferred.
  • Experience with the MITRE ATT&CK matrix, Sigma, YARA, and Elasticsearch/Kibana
  • Track record of building POCs and carrying research from concept through to a shipped product capability

Summarized from the employer's posting — check the full posting for every requirement.