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Cybersecurity, Defense & Space, Information Technology Services

Red Team Operator and Infrastructure SME

RemoteRemoteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

Red Team Operator
Infrastructure SME
Cybersecurity
Government
Critical Infrastructure
Advanced Cyber Threats
Vulnerabilities
Adversary Simulation
Actionable Findings
Cyberattacks

Nice to have

CRTL
OSEP
OSCE
OSEE
GXPN
GPEN

Role summary

SIXGEN is seeking a Red Team Operator and Infrastructure SME to join their cybersecurity team. This full-time, remote role requires one day a week onsite in Washington D.C. The operator will simulate real-world cyberattacks, conduct reconnaissance and exploitation, develop custom tools, and collaborate with blue and purple teams to improve security posture. Responsibilities include developing and securing red team infrastructure, documenting findings, and delivering actionable reports. The ideal candidate will have extensive red team experience, proficiency with tools like Cobalt Strike and Kali Linux, and experience in cloud and Active Directory environments. A CRTO certification is required, with other certifications preferred.

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:Red Team Operator & Infrastructure SME

Job Type: Full time

Location: Remote , 1x a week onsite in DC

Clearance Requirement: None

WHAT YOU’LL DO

SIXGEN supports cyber and intelligence missions by serving government and commercial organizations as they overcome global cybersecurity challenges. You’ll work with our highly skilled operators conducting research and assessments based on real-world threats. You’ll simulate adversaries and malicious actors and report details and actionable findings on critical assets and infrastructures. Using innovative processes, tools, and techniques, you’ll predict and overcome cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Your successes will be supported by our diverse team of experienced, technical talent.

Responsibilities include:

Simulate real-world cyberattacks to assess and challenge the effectiveness of security controls and incident response capabilities.

Conduct reconnaissance, exploitation, and post-exploitation activities using adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

Develop and use custom tools and methods to evade detection and maintain stealth during engagements.

Collaborate with blue and purple teams to improve detection, response, and overall security posture.

Document findings and deliver clear, actionable reports to technical and executive stakeholders.

Develop, automate and deploy red team infrastructure

Secure infrastructure from unauthorized access as well as against various TTPs

Technology proficiency includes:

CRTO certification.

CRTL, OSEP, OSCE, OSEE, GXPN, and/or GPEN are preferred, but not required.

Extensive Red Team Experience: Minimum 4 years of hands-on technical red team or government offensive cyber operations experience, plus 2 years leading such operations (non-overlapping).

Full-Scope Operational Capability: At least 2 years of independently executing complete red team engagements, from planning through post-exploitation, without supervision.

Advanced Tool Proficiency & Evasion Techniques: 3+ years modifying/red-teaming tools (e.g., Cobalt Strike, Kali) and 2+ years developing payloads to bypass A/V and EDR defenses.

Experience performing engagements on cloud, hybrid, multi- and/or single-tenant active directory environments.

In-depth knowledge and experience with Windows and *NIX-based operating systems, networking concepts, and Active Directory.

Experience building offensive capabilities or tools to enhance red team operations with programming languages such as, but not limited to, C#, C, Python, PowerShell, Bash, terraform, ansible, etc.

Minimum 2 years mentoring junior operators in red team tradecraft and 2 years delivering professional technical reports and executive briefings.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

At SIXGEN, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be based on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and overall alignment with the position.

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

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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