We don’t wait for threats—we find them! If you thrive on challenge, live for puzzles, and want to make the digital world safer one exploit at a time, we want you on our team. You could be on the front lines of our offensive security team, simulating real-world attacks to uncover vulnerabilities before adversaries do.Cyber Advisors (CA) is a rapidly growing Cybersecurity Consulting firm. We are seeking a Senior Specialist for our Offensive Security team to support our accelerating company growth and the equally important growth of one’s own career. CA believes in inclusion and is dedicated to continued employee development. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, and want candidates who focus on innovation and results. Successful CA employees are detail-oriented and have excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will be a creative problem-solver with the ability to structure and order assignments efficiently. Candidates should apply to become part of a forward-thinking team that values their contributions and well-beingThe successful candidate will have a proven track record of leading and executing penetration tests, performing threat/adversary emulation within a passionate offensive security team, and executing tactical, offensive assessments.This role will report to an offensive security team manager. This position is 100% remote, and we consider talented remote candidates located anywhere in the United States.CultureAt Cyber Advisors, we love what we do, and we want to provide a place where talented professionals can thrive.Our people are our first priority. We want our employees and their families to be happy — this has allowed us to bring together the best talent and drives everything we do.We enjoy a caring and happy culture where people feel valued. It’s important that our team members enjoy what they do and have the curiosity to keep learning.Our team values true depth of knowledge, which translates into quality. We believe in delivering comprehensive solutions and actionable reports.We want to do the right thing and offer services that do the most good. Our clients want someone they can trust with their sensitive data and who will support them through anything.ResponsibilitiesPerform scoped and open-ended assessments on internal and external-facing systemsPerform threat and vulnerability research to identify new ways of achieving the program’s mission and act as a source for innovation within the cybersecurity industryAssisting in the sales process with potential or existing clients, and acting as a client’s primary program contact for projects delivered by Cyber Advisors’ Offensive Security teamDevelop and implement tools that assist with execution of security assessments, including custom tools and automationWork with the customer Blue Team to identify gaps, address findings, and improve breach responseRequirementsAt least 3 years of experience performing network and application security assessments and/or red team engagements.Prior experience should include one or more of the following:Executing application and/or network penetration testsExecuting Red Team or Offensive Security assessmentsWork collaboratively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders (security consultants, project managers, service managers, development teams, technical SME’s, vendors) to deliver high-quality assessments.Understanding of and experience with multiple of the following:Networking fundamentals (all OSI layers, protocols, etc.)Windows/Linux/Unix operating systemsOperating system and software vulnerabilities and exploitation techniquesWeb and mobile application vulnerabilities and exploitation techniquesMalware packing, obfuscation, persistence, exfiltration techniquesSecurity technologies such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Web Proxies, and DLP, amongst othersCommercial or open-source offensive security tools for reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, and post-exploitation (e.g., Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, etc.)Project ManagementDemonstrated team-oriented interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with upper management, IT leadership, and technology vendors.Ability to collaborate and build positive relationships across multiple stakeholdersAgile thinking and analysis that lead to win-win and innovative solutionsStrong written and verbal communication skills.Calmness and clarity of thought under pressure, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to prepare and present project ideas and proposals to senior managementWillingness to work non-standard hours, if necessaryBenefitsHealth Benefits401K + MatchTraining BudgetFlexible Work ScheduleRemote CultureTravel: Depends on project requirements
