The Offensive Security Engineer will perform offensive security campaigns for our clients to improve their ability to protect, detect, and respond to known adversaries.
This position will reduce cyber risk by uncovering vulnerabilities and weaknesses in our client’s enterprise cyber environment through coordinated ethical hacking and penetration testing scenarios.
The Engineer will work closely with team members to execute and report on sophisticated ethical hacking exercises, to identify cyber vulnerabilities, and reduce the risk posture of enterprise systems.
This role will be primarily responsible for performing application and OS security assessments and will make recommendations on effective countermeasures.
A key function of this role will be building deep relationships, gaining trust, and enabling client success.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in Computer Science or Information Technology or a related technical field; or equivalent related professional experience.
OSCP, eCPPT, eWPT, PNPT, OSWE or other equivalent certification(s) is a huge plus
Through understanding of one or more Unix/Linux/Mac/Windows operating systems
2-3 years' experience in at least three of the following:
Red Team penetration test tools such as Kali, ParrotOS, Bloodhound, MetaSploit, BurpSuite, OWASP Zap, etc
Network penetration testing and manipulation of network infrastructure
Web application assessments (Mobile application testing a plus)
Shell scripting or automation of simple tasks using Perl, Python, Go, PowerShell or Ruby
Developing, extending, or modifying exploits, shellcode or exploit tools
Developing applications or scripts in C#, ASP, .NET, ObjectiveC, Go, Java (J2EE), Python, or Ruby
Experience with at least one or more of the major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, and GCP)
Strong knowledge of tools used for web application and network security testing
Strong knowledge of current web application structure and strong ability to test both modern and older web applications
Excellent oral, written communication, and presentation skills with an ability to present client security sessions and security workshops to C-Level Executives and non-technical audience.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, excellent time management skills, and able to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving work environment.
Ability to approach customer and sales requests with a proactive and consultative manner; listen and understand user requests and needs and effectively deliver.
Comfortable managing multiple and changing priorities, and meeting deadlines in an entrepreneurial environment
Ability to travel when needed
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
Competitive Compensation
Training and development programs
Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
Collaborative and cool culture
Work-life balance and generous paid time off
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