Computer Exploitation Engineer (Red Team Operator) | Active Top-Secret Clearance W/ SCI & Ci-Polygraph Eligibility

Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph eligibilityCertification: DoD IAT Level III (required)Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (Master's preferred)

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Red Team Operator (Computer Exploitation Engineer) to support a leading intelligence operations program. The role focuses on offensive cybersecurity operations, vulnerability testing, and adversary emulation to strengthen security posture across critical systems and networks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct offensive (Red Team) penetration testing and cyber exploitation exercises.

• Execute threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and persistent penetration campaigns.

• Apply exploitation techniques including initial access, persistence, privilege escalation, lateral movement, credential access, data collection, exfiltration, and command-and-control operations.

• Perform code review, reverse engineering, and protocol/input fuzzing to identify vulnerabilities.

• Develop exploits and recommend appropriate remediation or mitigation strategies.

• Perform analysis of disassembled code when source code is unavailable.

• Create, maintain, and improve adversary emulation tools for team operations.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments for systems, networks, applications, and procedures.

• Support Computer Network Security and Exploitation tasks, including off-site assessments.

• Assess physical security and operations security (OPSEC) as part of information assurance testing.

• Assess emerging technologies, software, and devices relevant to Information Operations.

• Develop and maintain Red Team methodologies, tools, and documentation.

• Coordinate, facilitate, and develop training materials per government-approved guidelines.

• Prepare detailed technical reports and executive summaries of Red Team engagements.

• Mentor and supervise junior Red Team members as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in systems engineering, systems administration, or related technical disciplines.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret / SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph eligibility.

• DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification (e.g., CASP+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent).

• Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to interface with senior government and military personnel.

• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline.

• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification.

• GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) certification.

• Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) customers.

• Experience mentoring teams and delivering technical training.