Red Team Services Consultant

CrowdStrike

. Perform dedicated Red Team activities simulating known threat actors .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced expertise in Red Team activities and penetration testing, with a strong focus on security assessment tools and methodologies. Capable of producing detailed reports and recommendations while effectively communicating with executive leadership and technical teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Red TeamingPenetration TestingMetasploitNMAPCobalt Strike

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Hard Skills

Penetration TestingVulnerability TestingAdversary Emulation AssessmentsSecurity AssessmentAutomation and Scripting

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

NessusBurp SuiteWindowsLinuxUNIXMac OSNetworking Components

Industry Keywords

Kill ChainMITRE ATT&CK FrameworkSecurity MethodologiesOperational SupportSecurity Defenses

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsLinuxUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform dedicated Red Team activities simulating known threat actors
Help customers determine the impact and likelihood of threat actors accomplishing objectives across the Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK Framework
Coordinate with senior leadership
Plan and execute security assessments
Assist other CrowdStrike Services functions to improve customers' security defenses
Perform penetration assessments of operating systems, applications, databases, and network infrastructure components
Produce written and verbal reports, presentations, security-focused recommendations, and factual findings for customer management
Communicate with executive leadership and technical support teams within CrowdStrike
Lead or assist in developing and improving information security programs and resources
Provide specialized guidance and toolsets to operational teams during enterprise-wide crisis scenarios
Work as a technical operator on various penetration testing offerings with an OPSEC mindset

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3 years of experience in Red Team/Penetration Testing activities is highly preferred
Security community participation, such as conference speaking or tool development contribution, is highly preferred
Advanced experience with security assessment tools, including Metasploit, NMAP, Cobalt Strike, Nessus, and Burp Suite
Comprehensive understanding of security methodologies, technologies, and best practices
Experience with Windows, Linux, UNIX, and Mac operating systems
Advanced experience with networking components, including routers, switches, load balancers, and wireless access points
Comprehensive knowledge of firewalls, proxies, mail servers, and web servers
Advanced experience with operational support for operating systems, applications, and networks
Advanced experience in Red Teaming, vulnerability testing, penetration testing, and adversary emulation assessments
Advanced experience in automation and scripting of applications and systems
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency, and drive business outcomes
Occasional travel may be required (<25%)
Ability to periodically undergo and pass alcohol and/or drug tests during employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Bonuses
Equity grants
Health insurance
401k
Paid time off