Network Research Team Leader

Why Join Us?

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Team Leader to join and lead our Network Threat Prevention group. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented team of engineers working on the front lines of Cyber Security, delivering real-time protections against network threats and vulnerabilities affecting millions of users globally.

As a leader in this group, you will drive the development of innovative security solutions, lead research into cutting-edge network threats, and ensure timely delivery of protections in response to the rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of security researchers and engineers in developing network threat protections for Check Point’s Network Security products.
• Guide the team in analyzing emerging vulnerabilities, attack techniques, malware campaigns, and network applications.
• Oversee the development and release of detection and prevention signatures and updates across the company’s product lines.
• Collaborate closely with product management, QA, and global threat intelligence teams to align goals and deliver effective protections.
• Drive the team’s technical vision, mentor team members, and help them grow in both skills and impact.
• Ensure high quality, performance, and stability of security updates delivered to customers.
• Maintain awareness of the latest industry trends and technologies in network security and threat research.
  
  

• B.Sc. or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in Cyber Security or Network Security.
• Prior experience in a leadership or mentoring role - team leadership experience preferred.
• Deep understanding of network protocols and internet technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP/S, DNS, SMB, FTP).
• Proven experience in analyzing network vulnerabilities and designing detection/prevention strategies.
• Familiarity with common vulnerability classes (RCE, DoS, Spoofing, Injection, OWASP Top 10, etc.).
• Strong background in scripting and/or programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C++, Bash).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Fluent English - both written and spoken - required.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.