Senior Offensive Security Engineer

Crowe; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe is seeking an Offensive Security Senior Consultant to navigate evolving threats and regulatory environments, delivering high-value cybersecurity and risk solutions for diverse clients. You will collaborate with the Cybersecurity team on advanced engagements across industries, applying a growth mindset and strong problem-solving skills.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and delivering measurable security improvements in a fast-paced consulting setting, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, offensive security, or related consulting or industry roles.
• Deep working knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix) and databases (SQL, Oracle, etc.).
• Working knowledge of networks and the seven layer OSI model.
• Proficiency with common offensive security tools and frameworks (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, BloodHound, Nmap, etc.).
• Detection engineering or blue team operations knowledge including evasion techniques
• Strong scripting or programming skills.
• Experience with or curiosity about AI and automation tools in cybersecurity, including secure implementation practices and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support Offensive Security engagements including: Internal and external network penetration testing; Web application penetration testing; Wireless penetration testing; Social engineering (phishing, telephone, onsite); Red teaming/Threat emulation; Purple teaming.
• Evaluate and test IT controls, application controls, security configurations, and interface/integration security.
• Provide practical recommendations for vulnerability remediation.
• Conduct cybersecurity assessments across a variety of standards/frameworks (NIST CSF, NIST 800.53, CIS, integrated control frameworks, etc.) Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including IT, Information Security, C-suite and board-level leadership, through clear, concise written and verbal communication.
• Serve as an extension of client teams to lead or support program execution activities, including control implementation, metrics/reporting, issue remediation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and supervise junior consultants; contribute to team development and internal knowledge-sharing.
• Participate in practice development, including service line/methodology innovation and thought leadership.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Penetration testing

Scripting

AI tools curiosity

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems / CS / cybersecurity / engineering

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

BloodHound

Job description

Crowe is seeking an Offensive Security Senior Consultant to navigate evolving threats and regulatory environments, delivering high-value cybersecurity and risk solutions for diverse clients. You will collaborate with the Cybersecurity team on advanced engagements across industries, applying a growth mindset and strong problem-solving skills.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and delivering measurable security improvements in a fast-paced consulting setting, with opportunities to