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Senior Red Team Operator

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

You will use and apply your knowledge of cyber operations across the spectrum of engagements ... Flexible and remote work policies for most positions * Flexible PTO and holiday schedule * For more ...

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Cyber Risk Analyst SME

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

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Red Team Engineer

Round Rock, TX · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

Fully remote: work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand ... military cyber operations. * Some coding experience required; comfort navigating and patching a ...

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Red Team Engineer

Louisville, KY · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

Fully remote: work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand ... military cyber operations. * Some coding experience required; comfort navigating and patching a ...

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Red Team Engineer

Hialeah, FL · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Moreno Valley, CA · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Daly City, CA · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Kansas City, MO · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Yonkers, NY · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Kenosha, WI · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Lakeland, FL · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Pearland, TX · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Henderson, NV · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Portland, OR · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Beaverton, OR · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Saint Paul, MN · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

El Monte, CA · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Red Team Engineer

Boston, MA · Remote

$40 - $75/hr

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Senior Red Team Operator

Senior Red Team Operator

SixGen, Inc.

Sterling, VA • On-site, Remote

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

SIXGEN's mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

POSITION OVERVIEW

 

  • Position: Senior Red Team Operator
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Location: Sterling, VA - Hybrid
  • Clearance Requirement: TS

WHAT YOU'LL DO

 

SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates with experience as Senior Red Team Operator. In this role, you will have direct impact and interaction with our customers all stemming from being hands-on-keyboard. You will use and apply your knowledge of cyber operations across the spectrum of engagements alongside a talented team of engineers all focused on making an impact on the mission.

The work ranges from offensive-oriented tasks like cyber operations all the way to defensive-oriented engagements like red teaming. You'll also have the opportunity to development and drive requirements towards the development of tools to augment our current capabilities. An ideal candidate will possess customer-specific certifications.

Responsibilities include:

  • Conducting full-spectrum cyber operations and red-team engagements.
  • Providing expert knowledge of common penetration testing and forensics tools.
  • Contribute across projects and disciplines; we are a small company and expect that you will grow into adjacent technical areas as you further your career
  • Interfacing with customers present findings and provide feedback.
  • Working alongside teammates to derive requirements and craft the best solution for a given problem.
  • Analyzing code, documentation, and network environments.

Technology proficiency includes:

  • Strong knowledge of network architecture and protocols
  • Experience with common penetration testing tools (e.g., nmap)
  • Experience with common networking operations techniques (e.g., tunneling)
  • Proficiency scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Powershell, Batch)
  • Docker, Podman, LXC, or other containerization solutions
  • Advanced Linux usage (e.g., setuid, LD_PRELOAD, initramfs, PAM modules)
  • Windows-specific knowledge (e.g., Active Directory and Group Policy)
  • Knowledge of digital forensics including artifacts, TTPs, signatures
  • High-level understanding and awareness of encryption algorithms

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

 

SIXGEN offers a competitive executive compensation package, designed to reflect the outsized impact and enterprise value creation expected of this role. The final package will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to lead strategic growth.

Additionally, SIXGEN offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

  • Employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family
  • Employer-paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance
  • 401K with a 4% employer contribution
  • Professional development reimbursement options available (training, certification, education, etc)
  • Flexible and remote work policies for most positions
  • Flexible PTO and holiday schedule
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For more information, please reach out to our Human Strategist Amy Maxwell at amy.maxwell@sixgen.io.

OUR COMMITMENT

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.

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