Security Research
Arlington, Virginia
Hybrid
Full Time
$100k - $170k
Technical Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of threat research and coding experience
- Deep understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework with practical experience mapping and implementing common adversary TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures)
- Proven experience operating industry-standard threat emulation platforms and command & control frameworks, including development of custom payloads and modules
- Track record of integrating and analyzing threat intelligence data sources to enhance detection and response capabilities
- Demonstrated proficiency in implementing and detecting advanced persistence mechanisms, defense evasion techniques, and counter-forensic methods
- Strong containerization experience using Docker, including creating secure, production-ready containers and managing multi-container applications with Docker Compose
- Advanced programming skills in Python and/or Golang, with emphasis on developing security tools and automation frameworks
- Experience writing complex graph queries and traversals for analyzing relationships in large datasets, preferably with Neo4j or similar graph databases
- Strong background in API development and integration, including designing, implementing, and consuming RESTful services with proper security controls
- Comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles including network security, application security, and secure coding practices
- Practical experience in offensive cyber operations, including payload development, post-exploitation, and lateral movement techniques
- Demonstrated expertise in red team methodologies, including campaign planning, OPSEC considerations, and adversary emulation based on real-world threats
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