Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - RED Team (Top Secret clearance required)

Paradyme, a CATHEXIS Company; Oregon; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in government technology seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst for the RED Team to enhance federal clients' cybersecurity postures. The position focuses on advanced threat simulations, offensive security tactics, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a TOP SECRET clearance and significant experience in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of practical, hands-on Cybersecurity experience.
• Proven analyst in Red Team operations and offensive security.
• Strong understanding of adversary TTPs and MITRE ATT&CK framework.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced threat emulation operations.
• Create Operational Plans and Strategies for Red Team.
• Simulate known and emerging threats to test security readiness.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Threat emulation

Offensive security

Communication skills

Education

CISSP or CISM certification

Other DoD 8140 trade certifications

Job description

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - RED Team (Top Secret clearance required)

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Overview

Paradyme, a CATHEXIS Company is a rapidly growing government technology leader that puts service first, for its customers, its team and the communities it supports. We harness DevSecOps and Agile development processes to deliver exceptional results for digital transformations. Based in Tysons Corner, VA, our award-winning culture sets it apart through its team’s deep commitment to service and collaboration with its customers, each other and the community. Learn more at PARADYME.

Overview

Paradyme, a CATHEXIS Company is a rapidly growing government technology leader that puts service first, for its customers, its team and the communities it supports. We harness DevSecOps and Agile development processes to deliver exceptional results for digital transformations. Based in Tysons Corner, VA, our award-winning culture sets it apart through its team’s deep commitment to service and collaboration with its customers, each other and the community. Learn more at PARADYME.

Paradyme is seeking experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (Red Team) for upcoming projects in support of major federal law enforcement and intelligence customers. The people in these positions will work in secured federal facilities in: Washington, DC; Huntsville, AL; and Clarksburg, WV.

A current TOP SECRET clearance is required to be considered.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, Red Team Analyst, to conduct advanced threat emulation operations. This role requires a technical expert who can be part of the Operations Red Team to simulate real-world cyber threats and collaborate across teams to enhance the government customers Cybersecurity posture. The ideal candidate will bring deep offensive security expertise, practical experience, and a passion for continuous innovation in a high-stakes environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create Operational Plans and Strategies to set the foundation of the Red Team Operations
• Work with Team to meet cybersecurity objectives
• Execute objective-based, time-constrained threat scenarios
• Tailor operations to emulate realistic threat profiles, including Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) and insider threats
  
  

Threat Emulation and Attack Simulation

• Help deploy offensive tools and techniques, including social engineering and custom network exploitation tools
• Simulate known and emerging threats to test and improve security readiness
• Follow Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP) to reflect current adversary behaviors
• Define and enforce rules of engagement to ensure safe and effective operations
  
  

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Blue and Purple Teams to improve detection and response capabilities
• Participate in government leadership and system owners to deliver actionable insights
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and threat briefings across teams
  
  

Tool Development and Customization

• Assist with the evaluation and enhancement of offensive toolsets and techniques
• Recommend and implement innovative solutions to stay ahead of evolving defenses
  
  

Reporting and Communication

• Translate technical findings into actionable recommendations for leadership
• Produce detailed post-operation reports outlining vulnerabilities, attack paths, and mitigation strategies
• Present high-level summaries to executive leadership on security posture and readiness
  
  

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Continuously refine Red Team methodologies based on threat intelligence and operational feedback
• Integrate lessons learned into future operations to enhance realism and effectiveness
• Stay abreast of emerging cyber threats and trends to inform Red Team strategies
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 5-8 years of practical, hands-on Cybersecurity experience
• Proven analysist in Red Team operations, threat emulation, and offensive security
• Strong understanding of adversary TTPs, MITRE ATT&CK framework, and ethical hacking principles
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  
  

Certifications or equivalent advanced certification as recognized under DoD 8140, (one required, more than one preferred):

• CISSP or CISM
• CISA
• SANS GIAC (e.g., GPEN, GCIH, GWAPT)
• OSCP
• CEH
  
  

EEO Statement

Paradyme, a CATHEXIS Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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