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How much do flexible cyber security social engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for flexible cyber security social engineering in the United States is $122,890.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,000.00 and $142,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is social engineering in cybersecurity?

Social engineering in cybersecurity involves manipulating individuals to disclose confidential information or perform actions that compromise security. It is a common tactic used by cybercriminals and requires awareness and training to prevent, making it relevant for cybersecurity professionals focused on defense and user education.

What is the difference between Flexible Cyber Security Social Engineering vs Penetration Tester?

AspectFlexible Cyber Security Social EngineeringPenetration Tester
Required CertificationsCertified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Security+CEH, OSCP, CISSP
Work EnvironmentSimulating attacks via human manipulation, often in office or remote settingsTechnical testing of systems and networks, often in labs or client sites
Industry UsageUsed in security awareness and social engineering assessmentsUsed for vulnerability assessments and security testing

Flexible Cyber Security Social Engineering focuses on testing human vulnerabilities through manipulation tactics, while Penetration Testers evaluate technical system weaknesses. Both roles require security certifications and are vital in cybersecurity, but they differ in methods and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Flexible Cyber Security Social Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,890 per year, or $59.1 per hour.

Cyber Security Framework Engineer - Remote

micro1 AI

Chicago, IL • Remote

$50 - $90/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Role Title: Red Team Lead (Offensive Cybersecurity)


Role Type: Contractor


Location: Remote


micro1 is engaging Red Team Leads (Offensive Cybersecurity) to contribute expertise to a customer's critical cybersecurity project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.


Scope of Work

  1. Develop comprehensive taxonomies for cyber-capability tasks and attack stages relevant to modern threat landscapes.
  2. Design and validate evaluation frameworks for offensive security, focusing on real-world scenarios involving exploit chains, malware, cloud/appsec, and social engineering.
  3. Create safe and effective proxy tasks to simulate advanced attack vectors while maintaining strict boundaries and ethical controls.
  4. Formulate robust scoring rubrics to assess attack sophistication, coverage, and impact across diverse domains.
  5. Review, critique, and enhance benchmarks for red team operations to ensure alignment with evolving security risks and best practices.
  6. Produce clear, well-documented methodologies and technical write-ups, communicating complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  7. Collaborate asynchronously with project stakeholders to iterate on frameworks and incorporate feedback into deliverables.


Preferred Qualifications

  1. 5+ years of hands-on experience in offensive cybersecurity, red teaming, exploit development, or vulnerability research (8–20 years preferred for senior contributors).
  2. Track record as a principal security engineer, exploit developer, cloud red-team lead, malware reverse-engineer, or security researcher specializing in attack chains or social engineering.
  3. Deep expertise in cyber attack methodologies, exploit chains, and cloud/application security assessments.
  4. Strong background in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and/or social engineering tactics and defenses.
  5. Demonstrated ability to produce clear, actionable written and verbal communication for a variety of audiences.
  6. Advanced degree, relevant professional security certifications, or equivalent operational experience highly valued.
  7. Experience building benchmarking or evaluation frameworks in cybersecurity is a plus.

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