Cobalt

Senior Security Researcher

Cobalt

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

Cyber SecurityIoT

About the role

  • Create and shape cutting-edge security service offerings, complete with methodologies and checklists that redefine industry standards.\n
  • Collaborate with a global network of 450+ top-tier penetration testers, sharing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of offensive security.\n
  • Immerse yourself in deep-dive security research, uncovering emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits before they make headlines.\n
  • Build and refine proof-of-concept exploits, developing mitigation strategies that make a real difference.\n
  • Be a thought leader—publish groundbreaking research in whitepapers, blogs, and industry conferences, solidifying your expertise.\n
  • Engage with the security community, staying at the forefront of industry trends while exchanging insights with fellow experts.\n
  • Develop and refine security tools, enhancing research capabilities and advancing the craft of ethical hacking.\n
  • Attend security conferences and participate in events like Defcon’s hacking villages

Requirements

  • 7+ years of penetration testing or relevant experience\n
  • Prior experience in security research\n
  • Multi-tasking skills and the flexibility to adjust to changing priorities on the fly\n
  • Strong written and verbal communication\n
  • Experience presenting or speaking at security events\n
  • Drive: no one needs to push you to excel; it’s just who you are\n
  • Passion for staying ahead of security trends, participating in CTFs, and engaging in ongoing research.