Associate Offensive Security Consultant

SpecterOps

Associate Offensive Security Consultant conducting adversary simulations, penetration tests, and security assessments for SpecterOps clients. Building offensive tools, reporting attack paths, supporting training, and developing expertise across adversary tradecraft.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in offensive security engagements, including initial access, open-source intelligence analysis, and adversary tradecraft. Proficient in technical writing and communication, with a strong foundation in security principles and various operating systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Offensive Security EngagementsAdversary TradecraftWindows/Linux/macOS OperationsProgramming/Scripting LanguagesTechnical Writing

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Hard Skills

Offensive Security ConceptsSecurity AssessmentsNetworking ConceptsActive DirectoryC#/.NETC++PythonPowerShellBash

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsMentoringTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Offensive Security Testing ToolsSpecterOps Training Courses

Industry Keywords

Adversary SimulationTactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)Security PrinciplesIndustry Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxMacOS.NETPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and conduct offensive security engagements ranging in size, scope, focus, and approach
Communicate findings, attack paths, recommendations, and strategy to technical and executive client stakeholders through written reports and verbal presentations
Build scripts, tools, or methodologies to enhance offensive services
Serve as a subject matter expert in initial access, open-source intelligence analysis, adversary tradecraft, offensive Windows/Linux/macOS operations, evasion operations, or technical capability development
Utilize common offensive security testing tools and tradecraft
Stay up to date with cutting-edge adversary tradecraft and vulnerabilities
Communicate successes and obstacles with fellow team members and team leads
Interface with client contacts and staff in a constructive and professional manner
Coordinate and prepare for internal and customer-facing meetings
Assist with scoping prospective engagements, technical testing from kickoff through remediation, and mentoring less experienced staff
Train team members in adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) and tools
Contribute to and deliver SpecterOps training courses, including instruction and lab support
Learn and contribute to various services and projects while developing foundational expertise in the Adversary Simulation service line

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to an average of 25% annually
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Candidate must be authorized to work and reside in the United States; SpecterOps does not currently sponsor immigration visas
Foundational knowledge of offensive security concepts and assessments
Foundational knowledge of security principles, policies, and industry best practices
Working knowledge of Windows and *NIX-based operating systems
Working knowledge of networking concepts
Working knowledge of Active Directory
Working knowledge of programming or scripting languages such as C#/.NET, C++, Python, PowerShell, and Bash
Aptitude for technical writing, including assessment reports, presentations, and operating procedures
Proficient written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Strong determination to improve personal skills and the information security community through research efforts
Willingness to support public and private training offerings
Desire to embody the company’s core values
Bachelor's degree in a technical field is listed as a nice-to-have, not a requirement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health/Dental/Vision/life insurance: 100% covered for both the employee and their family
Flexible time off policy
13 paid holidays annually
401(k) with up to 4% company match
Equity and quarterly bonuses based on company performance
Remote work: $1,500 first year allowance to set up home office
$500 annual home office allowance after first year
$150 monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement
$5,000 annual professional development allowance
$5,250 towards continuing education or student loan repayment
$1,200 annual budget for lifestyle, wellness, pet insurance and more
A one-time $10,000 benefit towards family planning
Open intellectual property policies; allow researchers to retain rights over open-sourced research & tools
In person and virtual employee events throughout the year
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