Red Team Lead Engineer

State Street

. Lead and execute adversary-emulation activities to assess organizational defenses and security control effectiveness .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $202,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in adversary-emulation activities, penetration testing, and threat-informed testing methodologies. Capable of leading teams, developing testing scenarios, and delivering comprehensive reports while ensuring effective communication and collaboration across security and technology stakeholders.

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Adversary-Emulation ActivitiesPenetration TestingThreat-Informed Testing MethodologiesOffensive Security TechniquesAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Penetration TestingThreat-Informed TestingScripting and AutomationOffensive Security TechniquesSecurity AssessmentsNetwork SecurityCloud SecurityOperating Systems SecurityRisk EvaluationAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipProfessionalism

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Security or Equivalent Experience

Industry Keywords

Adversary BehaviorsAttack FrameworksEmerging ThreatsVulnerabilitiesCross-Team Coordination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute adversary-emulation activities to assess organizational defenses and security control effectiveness
Oversee and perform targeted security assessments across applications, infrastructure, cloud platforms, and critical enterprise technologies
Guide team members, assign work, and review testing approaches for quality and safety
Collaborate with security, technology, and risk stakeholders to design realistic, threat-informed testing scenarios
Evaluate detection and response capabilities and drive improvements through coordinated purple-team efforts
Develop and refine testing methodologies, tooling standards, and reporting practices
Deliver audit-ready reports and provide remediation guidance to reduce identified risks
Contribute to methodology refinement, scenario development, process improvement, documentation standards, and cross-team coordination

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced security experience
4–6 years leading and/or conducting penetration testing or red-team activities
Broad expertise across networks, operating systems, cloud, and security controls
Strong knowledge of threat-informed testing and attack frameworks
Experience coordinating with defensive teams to evaluate detections
Ability to script and automate tasks using common languages
Exceptional communication and reporting skills for diverse audiences
Advanced proficiency in offensive security techniques and threat-informed testing methodologies
Strong understanding of adversary behaviors and attack frameworks
Demonstrated analytical ability to identify core issues, interpret risk, and propose practical, evidence-driven solutions
Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills
Awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and offensive security trends
Demonstrated leadership in analyzing complex issues, shaping direction, and guiding team decision-making
High integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment when handling sensitive information and operating under pressure

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Basic life, medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance
Optional additional insurance coverages
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, short-term disability, and family care responsibilities
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards
Certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks