Engineer, Offensive Cybersecurity
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Job description
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Performing external and internal network vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and social engineering engagements.
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Creating and conducting technical reviews of various highly detailed cybersecurity testing reports.
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Researching and staying up to date with the latest penetration testing techniques, tools and methodologies.
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Either currently or in the future, perform white box risk assessments and penetration tests of cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP)
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Assisting with the development of various scripts, tools, and processes to help automate various pentesting processes.
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Presenting various penetration testing reports to customers and discussing nuanced technical recommendations, with the expectation of leading customer presentations within 3 months.
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Discuss with, collaborate with, and train teammates from the Cybersecurity Red Team around various tools and techniques associated with network penetration testing.
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Managing physical testing appliances (penboxes or security testing appliances). Duties include inventory management, device setup and configuration (scripts have been internally created), and, at times, shipping and receiving.
Requirements
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Critical and creative thinking to strategize how to add value to customer engagements.
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Ability to self-manage time and commitments.
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Strong attention to detail and well-organized.
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Highly motivated to continuously learn and innovate.
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Excellent verbal communication and written communication skills, especially when communicating complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
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Exceptional spelling and grammar skills for writing and proofreading documents.
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Comfortable scripting in Python, Bash, and PowerShell
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Familiar with Windows, MacOS, and Linux operating systems
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Familiarity and comfortability operating within the Linux operating system.
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A thorough understanding of the OSI model, the functionality of common protocols, and major relevant vectors of exploitation.
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A thorough understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework and the Penetration Testing Execution Standard.
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Familiarity with the fundamentals of heuristic-based threat detection technologies such as IDS, IPS, EDR, XDR.
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Understand basic datacenter, cloud, and virtual networking concepts., * Value, integrity, and honesty above all else in a non-negotiable way.
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Have a passion for the information security industry and helping people.
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Are capable of managing time efficiently and meeting deadlines with multiple concurrent projects.
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Are able to work within constraints and to challenge the status quo.
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Are able to self-direct work, orient to action, and truly own the position.
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Have a collaborative attitude and mindset with colleagues and team members
Qualifications:
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3+ Years of Penetration Testing Experience (Required)
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2+ Years of Experience working with a major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP) (Required)
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Bachelor's Degree in one of the following areas of concentration: Computer Science, Software Development, Information Technology, Cybersecurity (nice to have)
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Background in physical device management (nice to have)
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Familiarity with web application and API penetration testing (nice to have)
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2+ Years experience scripting in Python for automation, data science, or cybersecurity purposes (nice to have)
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Hold one or more of the following CREST Certifications (required)
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CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT)
- CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure (CCT INF)
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CREST Certified Simulated Attack Specialist (CCSAS)
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CREST Certified Simulated Attack Manager (CCSAM)
One or more of the following certifications (nice to have)
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Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT)
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Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
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Certified Red Team Operator (CRTO)
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Certified Azure Red Team Professional (CARTP)
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HackTricks AWS Red Team Expert (ARTE)
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HackTricks GCP Red Team Expert (GRTE)
Benefits & conditions
Employee discount, Life insurance, Private dental insurance, Company pension, Private medical insurance, Discounted gym membership, Company events, * Gym discount
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Life insurance
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Comprehensive travel insurance for you and your family in line with scheme rules
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Confidential well-being and counselling support
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Competitive compensation
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Commission eligible
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Contributory pension scheme
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Company events
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Private Medical and Dental Insurance
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Fantastic company culture and values