Upwind is a place where opportunities happen
At Upwind, we are a team of hands-on, problem solvers and doers.
We believe in empowering organizations to run their cloud environments securely and efficiently to accelerate their businesses.
Nofar Ginon
Engineering Manager,
Upwind
“Working at Upwind is an exhilarating journey of innovation and growth. Every day presents new challenges and opportunities that fuel my passion and drive. In this dynamic environment, I’ve collaborated with talented individuals who value inclusion and embrace different perspectives.”
Being an Upwinder.
We are obsessed with Customer Satisfaction.
We start with the customer and then Work Backwards.
We value
Speed.
We strive for
Simplicity.
We Communicate
efficiently.
We are Owners and Professionals.
We are
Resourceful.
Being an Upwinder
We are obsessed with Customer Satisfaction
- We genuinely care about our customers.
- We think long term. We don’t sacrifice long-term value & relationships over short term outcomes.
- Every interaction with us, from our first meeting, to the web site, our marketing, the purchase experience, and to support & back-office help, should exceed customers’ expectations and reinforce their decision to trust & partner with Upwind.
We start with the customer and then Work Backwards
- We work with our customers to find their biggest pains and work our way backwards to design solutions that meet their needs.
- We strive to translate often vague or high-level requirements and feedback into simple, innovative products & features.
We value speed
- We make decisions with speed, and acknowledge that many decisions are reversible.
- We fail fast. We are not too proud or afraid to change direction. Failure is an integral part of innovation & success.
- We have a bias for action and we take risks despite ambiguity.
- Speed matters in business.
We strive for simplicity
- We always find ways to simplify.
- We do not overcomplicate processes & tasks.
- Customers want simple products, simple experiences, simple mechanisms & simple processes.
We communicate efficiently
- We believe in timely communication & constructive feedback with each other.
- We strive to proactively escalate and provide updates.
We are owners
- We stay connected to the details.
- We get the job done, we don’t assume that someone else will do it.
- We take responsibility when things aren’t going right.
- We never say “It’s not my job”. No task is beneath us.
We are resourceful
- We create our own reality.
- We accomplish more with less.
- We insist on high standards and remain committed to our long-term vision, but are also pragmatic on how we will get there.
- We make it work, and then we make it better.
Upwind
Become an Upwinder.
We are always on the lookout for talented and passionate people to join our team. Help us in empowering organizations to strengthen their cloud security.
Open positions
Security Researcher
About The Position
Upwind is the runtime-powered CNAPP that leverages runtime data to secure our customers’ cloud infrastructure. Upwind’s holistic approach to cloud security helps organizations mitigate the risks that actually matter, identify the root causes of threats in minutes and respond with context and automation. Upwinders are spread across the globe in all departments and work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers – we’re a strong, emerging player in a massive and growing market, and it’s still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Upwind, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth.
We are looking for an experienced Security Researcher to join our team. This role is central to navigating complex security landscapes, advancing our CNAPP offerings, crafting sophisticated algorithms, and pioneering cloud security research. Working alongside a diverse team, your efforts will directly enhance our offerings on major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) using the latest in Kubernetes, EBPF, Docker, and beyond. Join us in shaping the future of cloud security, where your work not only advances our technology but also deeply resonates with our commitment to exceeding customer expectations, streamlining for simplicity, and tackling challenges with creative solutions.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with teams across the organization, including Product, Frontend, DevOps, and GTM, to develop and integrate top-tier features.
- Conduct in-depth security research across major cloud providers, utilizing state-of-the-art technologies like Kubernetes, EBPF, Docker, and more.
- Lead initiatives from their inception through to deployment, emphasizing backend system efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
- Innovate in Defense Evasion, amplifying the capabilities of our agents and engines.
- Forge new paths in cloud security research and cyber security algorithm development.
- Deep dive into threat detection and product content that provide deep insights and added value to our customers.
Requirements
- +4 years of experience in cybersecurity, particularly in cloud environments.
- Military background or experience with Ex-CNAPP.
- Proficiency in threat detection and familiarity with cloud technologies and platforms.
- A customer-first mindset, iming to exceed customer expectations and contribute to their success.
- Demonstrated customer-first approach, committed to exceeding expectations and simplifying processes to enhance overall customer success.
- Exceptional communication skills and professionalism, with meticulous attention to detail and a proactive stance in all interactions and tasks.
- Resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving, capable of achieving high standards and overcoming challenges with less.