Offensive Security Consultant

SpecterOps

2d•$120,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

SpecterOps is looking for an Offensive Security Consultant to work on the Consulting Services team as operators, trainers, and program developers. The Adversary Simulation service line primarily works in large commercial enterprises conducting offensive security assessment services (red team assessments, penetration tests, offensive maturity assessments, web application tests, and specialty security assessments), supporting internal offensive programs, delivering training courses, and supporting research and development efforts. Our consultants work both onsite and offsite in diverse environments supporting our customers, anywhere from developing toolsets in support of operations to briefing executives. A successful candidate will have excellent technical skills, impeccable soft skills, and be a well-organized, self-directed individual.

Requirements

Ability to travel domestically and internationally; up to an average of 25% annually
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Desire to embody our core values of passionate curiosity, consistent improvement, empathy, sustainability, humility, and empowerment through transparency
Working knowledge of offensive security concepts and assessments
Working 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, Bash, etc.
Aptitude for technical writing, including assessment reports, presentations and operating procedures
Proficient written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Independently contribute to significant services and projects
Ability to lead small teams and engagements
Ability to manage multiple projects at once
Ability to effectively communicate with clients, team members, and management for project delivery
Ability to manage client projects with limited supervision
Willingness to lead and execute offensive security service offerings (e.g., red team, penetration test, web application security assessment, cloud security assessment, offensive maturity assessment, etc.)
Willingness to develop and deliver training content as a lead course instructor
Willingness to mentor and train fellow consultants

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a technical field
Experience participating in and/or leading Fortune 1000 and/or large Federal Government security assessments
Public community contributions (e.g., conference presentations, blog posts, white papers, public tool development)
Experience in administering, attacking, or defending Windows/Active Directory, Linux, and/or macOS environments
Experience in technical writing
Experience working for a service-based information security consultancy
Experience developing and/or providing technical training
Desire to teach and train students in offensive techniques
Desire to travel internationally and domestically on a more frequent basis

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct offensive security engagements ranging in size, scope, focus, and approach
Effectively 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 (SME) in one of the following areas: 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
Effectively communicate successes and obstacles with fellow team members and team lead(s)
Interface with client contact(s) and staff in a constructive and professional manner
Coordinate and prepare for internal and customer facing meetings
Assist with scoping prospective engagements, participating in technical testing from kickoff through remediation, and mentoring less experienced staff
Train team members in adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) and tools
Contribute new or improve existing content for SpecterOps training courses and assist in the delivery of course offerings (instruction, lab support, etc.)

Benefits

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
Company swag