Red Team Operator

SoTalent; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and performance incentives

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in the United States is seeking an experienced Offensive Security Engineer to lead advanced red team operations. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of experience in offensive security, strong tool customization skills, and the ability to mentor junior team members. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and a range of comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness plans, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in offensive security operations.
• 3+ years of hands-on red team or purple team experience.
• Strong understanding of software exploitation fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced obfuscation techniques.
• Develop and customize malware solutions for engagements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on vulnerability exploitation.

Skills

Red team operations

Tool customization

Malware development

Mentoring

Vulnerability research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Cobalt Strike

Brute Ratel

Mythic

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced Offensive Security Engineer to join our team and lead advanced red team operations, helping us identify and mitigate vulnerabilities before attackers do.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement advanced obfuscation techniques for tools, payloads, and C2 infrastructure to evade EDR detection.
• Develop and customize malware solutions for offensive security engagements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on vulnerability exploitation and tool integration, while independently managing complex projects.
• Research emerging threats, offensive methodologies, and evasion tactics to stay ahead of adversaries.
• Mentor junior team members and share best practices in offensive security.
• Plan and execute red team exercises across on‑premises and cloud environments.
• Participate in purple team exercises to strengthen overall security posture.
• Deliver clear, actionable technical and executive‑level reports.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4–6 years of experience in offensive security operations.
• 3+ years of hands‑on red team or purple team experience.
• Proficiency with frameworks like Cobalt Strike, Brute Ratel, Mythic, and ability to customize tools.
• Strong understanding of software exploitation fundamentals on modern OS and cloud platforms.
• AWS experience and relevant certifications (OSEP, CRTO, etc.) are a plus.

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase program.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer opportunities.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care