Ethical Hacker/Pentester Mid Level (2+ Years) - LATAM

Insight Assurance; Colombia; Presencial; COP 60.000.000 - 90.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Insight Assurance in Colombia seeks a skilled Red Team Operator to simulate advanced threats and strengthen cyber defenses.

You will plan realistic attack scenarios, perform penetration testing, and deliver actionable reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaboration with blue teams and ongoing threat research are key parts of the role.

Formación

• 2+ years in offensive security, red team ops or pentesting.
• Proficient in scripting and automation.
• Strong knowledge of Windows/Linux, AD, and cloud envs (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Familiar with MITRE ATT&CK and modern TTPs.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute red team engagements simulating threat actor TTPs.
• Perform penetration testing of networks, apps, and systems.
• Prepare detailed reports with findings, attack vectors, and mitigations.
• Collaborate with blue teams to improve detection and response.
• Stay updated on new attack techniques and tools.

Conocimientos

Python scripting

PowerShell

Bash

Windows

Linux

MITRE ATT&CK

Herramientas

Cobalt Strike

Metasploit

BloodHound

Impacket

Burp Suite

Descripción del empleo

Insight Assurance is a global audit firm on a mission to transform how organizations achieve cybersecurity and compliance. Founded by former Big 4 (EY) professionals, we deliver next-generation audit services across SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS (QSA), HITRUST, CMMC (C3PAO), and FedRAMP (3PAO) frameworks.

We’re not your traditional audit firm — we’re tech-enabled, leveraging compliance automation and advanced collaboration tools to make audits faster, smarter, and more impactful for our clients.

Recognized on the Inc. 5000 and Fast 50 lists, Insight Assurance is one of the fastest-growing global audit firms, with 170+ professionals supporting nearly 2,000 clients across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Red Team Operator to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for simulating advanced persistent threats (APTs), conducting adversarial assessments, and helping strengthen our organization's security posture. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including blue teams, to identify vulnerabilities, test incident response mechanisms, and provide actionable insights to mitigate risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Adversary Simulation:
• Plan and execute realistic attack scenarios simulating the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of sophisticated threat actors.
• Design and deliver red team engagements, including physical, social engineering, and cyberattack components.
• Technical Assessments:
• Perform penetration testing of networks, applications, and systems using tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, and custom scripts.
• Bypass defensive controls, including IDS/IPS, firewalls, EDR solutions, and WAFs.
• Exploit vulnerabilities to achieve and escape privilege levels while avoiding detection.
• Reporting and Remediation:
• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, attack vectors, and recommended mitigation.
• Present results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing:
• Collaborate with blue teams to refine incident detection and response capabilities.
• Guide on improving threat hunting and monitoring strategies.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Stay updated on the latest attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and defensive countermeasures.
• Research and develop new tools, exploits, and methodologies to enhance the red team’s capabilities.

Qualifications And Experience

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in offensive security, penetration testing, or red team operations.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proficient in scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux systems, Active Directory, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with modern TTPs (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK framework).
• Certifications (Preferred):
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE), GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), or other relevant certifications.
• Tools: Hands‑on experience with Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, BloodHound, Impacket, Burp Suite, and other offensive security tools.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Critical thinking and creativity in approach to security challenges.