Red Team Security Engineer (Engineer, Computer III)
Charleston, SC
Minimum Top Secret/SCI
The Red Team Security Engineer will conduct multiple penetration tests of global customer networks, rapid development of domain or problem-specific tools that leverage identified vulnerabilities, research on the latest exploitation techniques and threat vectors, and design and configuration of representative test environments.
Position Requirements and Duties
• Capable of conducting penetration tests on applications, systems and network utilizing proven/formal processes and industry standards.
• Capable of managing multiple penetration test engagements, from cradle to grave, at the same time.
• In depth understanding of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits.
Qualifications
• US Citizen
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science.
• Seven (7) years with Masters or 11 years with Bachelor’s degree of experience in computer design, software development or computer networks.
• Three (3) years of technical experience in support of Penetration Testing or certified Red Team.
• Willing to travel up to 20% as needed
Desired Qualifications
• Ability to independently and rapidly develop tools and scripts from concept to production in a high-stress, short deadline, under-resourced environment using multiple programming languages.
• Experience with scripting.
• Experience performing web application security assessments.
• Experience with TCP/IP protocols as it relates to network security.
• Experience with offensive tool sets including: Kali Linux, Metasploit, CobaltStrike, Intercepting Proxies, etc.
• Experience in using network protocol analyzers and sniffers, as well as ability to decipher packet captures.
• Excellent independent (self-motivational, organizational, personal project management) skills
• Proven ability to work effectively with management, staff, vendors, and external consultants.
• Ability to think outside the box and emulate adversarial approaches.
• Capable of conducting penetration tests on applications, systems and network utilizing proven/formal processes and industry standards.
• Capable of managing multiple penetration test engagements, from cradle to grave, at the same time.
• In depth understanding of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits.
Required Certifications
• 8570 Classification IAT –II
• One or more of the following: OSCP, OSCE, OSEE, OSED, OSEP, OSWP, OSWE, HTB CPTS, HTB CBBH, CRTO, CRTL, PNPT, GRTP, GX-PT, GXPN
Company Overview
Adapt Forward is a cybersecurity solutions provider for some of the nation’s most valuable information systems. Leveraging advanced threat assessment technology and experience in building high-level information security infrastructure, we develop adaptive solutions uniquely tailored to our customers’ business objectives to protect sensitive data against sophisticated threats in an increasingly complex security environment.
Summary of Benefits
- Comprehensive Physical Wellness Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision Care, plus Flexible Spending Accounts for health- and dependent-care are included in our standard benefits plan.
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contribution is immediately available and vested.
- Annual Training Budget to be used for conference attendance, school enrollment, certification programs, and associated travel expenses.
- Eleven Federal Holidays, plus three weeks of PTO/vacation/sick leave that accrues at a rate of ten hours per month.
- Employee Assistance Program: Counseling/legal assistance and other employee well-being programs are also offered.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Adapt Forward is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, religion, age, gender, sexuality, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Adapt Forward promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
