Red Team Lead with Security Clearance

Job Title: Red Team Penetration Testing Lead Position Description: As a Red Team Lead, you'll be driving force in orchestrating comprehensive penetration tests across various systems within our federal client's enterprise, focusing on high-value assets. You will lead the execution of Red Team exercises, starting from the initial data collection phase to the exploitation and persistence stages, all while ensuring compliance with client standards. Your responsibilities will include developing, updating, and maintaining all Red Team plans and procedures, as well as coordinating with stakeholders throughout the penetration testing lifecycle. You will be responsible for delivering detailed reports on findings, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate identified risks, and briefing senior leadership on the outcomes of these exercises. Additionally, you will be tasked with continuously optimizing program documentation and ensuring that all activities are tracked and documented according to industry best practices. Responsibilities : Advanced demonstrable knowledge of penetration testing methodologies and Red Team operations.
Experience in managing and leading a team of cybersecurity professionals.
Experience with operational toolsets that include but not limited to; Azure Security Center, ForeScout, Microsoft Defender Products, Microsoft Sentinel, RSA Archer, Forcepoint, Gigamon, Splunk, Tenable Nessus, Palo Alto, Azure Active Directory, Cisco routers and switches, Cisco ASA and NGFW platforms, Cisco ISE, Akamai, and F5.
Understanding of Enterprise Network Architectures to include routing/switching, common protocols (DHCP, DNS, HTTP), and devices (Firewalls, Proxies, Load Balancers, VPN).
Strong understanding of DHS standards and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in developing and maintaining Red Team plans, procedures, and documentation.
Excellent communication skills, particularly in reporting findings and briefing stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Expertise in analyzing and interpreting vulnerabilities to provide actionable insights.
Knowledge of security tools and technologies used in penetration testing and threat modeling.
Strong problem-solving abilities with an analytic and qualitative eye for reasoning.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate with all levels of audiences (subordinates, peers & leadership). Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology or Cybersecurity field preferred. Qualifications: Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Red Team analyst on a variety of technologies (e.g., databases, networks, storage, servers, directories, etc.).
At least two (2) years of experience as a Red Team Lead or similar work roles. Certifications: CSSP Analyst or IAT Level II is highly recommended.
Also helpful: Red Team Apprentice Course
Certified Red Team Operator
GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAP)
US Citizenship Required.