Mid Red Team Tester

Valiant Solutions

. Plan and execute red team test scenarios according to approved rules of engagement, scope, objectives, and methodology .

Posted 11/1/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $142,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting red team assessments and penetration testing, with a strong focus on developing attack scenarios and utilizing offensive security tools. Proficient in translating technical findings into actionable remediation recommendations while maintaining knowledge of adversary techniques and security methodologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Red Team AssessmentsPenetration TestingMITRE ATT&CK KnowledgeCISSP CertificationScripting in Python

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Hard Skills

Penetration TestingVulnerability EvaluationExploitation TechniquesAttack Path IdentificationCloud Security TestingNetwork Security TestingWeb Application TestingAPI Security TestingPrivilege EscalationLateral Movement

Soft Skills

Technical GuidancePeer ReviewDocumentation

Tools & Technologies

Burp SuiteNmapMetasploitKali LinuxWiresharkNessus/TenableBloodHoundAWS Cloud Security

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPOSCPPNPTEJPTCEHSecurity+

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityOffensive SecurityNIST SP 800-115Public Trust ClearanceThreat Actors

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute red team test scenarios according to approved rules of engagement, scope, objectives, and methodology
Conduct reconnaissance, enumeration, exploitation, privilege escalation, lateral movement, persistence, and other authorized adversarial activities
Develop attack scenarios and TTPs aligned with relevant threat actors and MITRE ATT&CK
Conduct network, web application, API, identity and access, and cloud security testing
Evaluate vulnerabilities and configuration weaknesses to identify attack paths missed by automated scanning
Develop or modify scripts, tools, payloads, and testing techniques
Document procedures, evidence, vulnerabilities, attack chains, risks, and remediation recommendations
Contribute to assessment plans and preliminary and final reports
Participate in purple team activities with defensive and SOC personnel
Validate remediation actions and perform targeted retesting
Provide technical guidance and peer review to less-experienced testers
Serve as a technical expert across multiple assessment assignments
Maintain knowledge of adversary techniques, vulnerabilities, exploits, and offensive security technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of experience in the subject area
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
Senior industry professional certification such as CISSP or equivalent
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
U.S. citizenship required to obtain the necessary clearance
Experience conducting penetration testing, red team assessments, or offensive security testing
Hands-on experience testing enterprise networks, applications, APIs, or cloud environments
Knowledge of exploitation techniques and attack paths across Windows and Linux environments
Working knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and penetration testing methodologies
Experience with Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Kali Linux, Wireshark, Nessus/Tenable, BloodHound, or comparable tools
Scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages
Exposure to AWS cloud security testing
Additional offensive security certifications such as OSCP, PNPT, eJPT, CEH, or Security+
Experience translating technical testing results into findings and remediation recommendations
Familiarity with NIST SP 800-115

Benefits

Comp & perks

Choice of medical plans, including HSA and PPO options, with company contributions
Dental and vision coverage for employees and families
Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
Optional supplemental life, accident, and critical illness coverage
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off increasing with years of service
Paid federal holidays
Paid certifications
Professional development
Valiant University training portal
Flexible spending accounts
Wellness and fitness program
Referral bonuses
100% remote work