Principal Consultant Offensive Security Proactive Services Unit 42 Remote

Job Description Your Career The Principal Consultant on the Offensive Security team is focused on assessing and challenging the security posture across a comprehensive portfolio of clients. The individual will utilize a variety of tools developed and act as a key team member and leader in client engagements. They will be the client’s advocate for cybersecurity best practices and will provide strong recommendations in this domain. Your Impact Assist in the development of internal infrastructure design for research, development, and testing focused on offensive security. Conduct periodic scans of networks to find and detect vulnerabilities. Perform client penetration testing to find any vulnerabilities or weaknesses that might be exploited by a malicious party, using open-source, custom, and commercial testing tools. Assist in scoping engagements by clearly articulating various penetration approaches and methodologies to audiences ranging from highly technical to executive personnel. Generate reports that clearly communicate testing and assessment details, results, and remediation recommendations to clients. Develop scripts, tools, and methodologies to automate and streamline internal processes and engagements. Conduct IT application testing, cybersecurity tool and systems analysis, system and network administration, and systems engineering support for the sustainment of information technology systems. Conduct threat hunting and/or compromise assessment engagements to identify active or dormant indicators of compromise (IoCs). Assist Crypsis Leadership in the development of security standards and best practices for the organization and recommend security enhancements as needed. Conduct cyber risk assessments using frameworks or standards like NIST CSF, ISO 27001/2, PCI, CIS Top 20, CMMC, or other industry measurement tools. Conduct cloud penetration testing engagements to assess specific workloads (i.e., AWS, GCP, Azure, containers, or other PaaS and SaaS instances) for vulnerabilities. Provide recommendations to clients on specific security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks. Ability to perform travel requirements as needed to meet business demands (on average 30%). Qualifications: Your Experience 6+ years of professional experience with risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods focused on Information Assurance, Information Systems/Network Security, Infrastructure Design, and Vulnerabilities Assessments. Experience managing a team of consultants. Demonstrate a deep understanding of how malicious software works (i.e., malware, trojans, rootkits, etc.). Ability to modify known and/or craft custom exploits manually without dependence on consumer tools such as Metasploit. Strong knowledge of tools and techniques used to conduct network, wireless, and web application penetration testing. Familiarity with web application penetration testing and code auditing to find security gaps and vulnerabilities. Knowledge and experience in conducting cyber risk assessments using industry standards. Experience with penetration testing, administering, and troubleshooting major flavors of Linux, Windows, and major cloud IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS providers. Experience with scripting and editing existing code and programming using one or more of the following: Perl, Python, ruby, bash, C/C++, C#, or Java. Experience with security assessment tools, including Nessus, OpenVAS, MobSF, Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, Cobalt Strike, Bloodhound, and Empire. Knowledge of application, database, and web server design and implementation. Knowledge of network vulnerability assessments, web and cloud application security testing, network penetration testing, red teaming, security operations, or 'hunt'. Knowledge of open security testing standards and projects, including OWASP & MITRE ATT&CK. Ability to read and use the results of mobile code, malicious code, and anti-virus software. Ability to scope new opportunities with prospective clients, including drafting statements of work and proposals. Knowledge of computer forensic tools, technologies, and methods. Ability to grow into a valuable contributor to the practice, including having an external presence via public speaking, conferences, and/or publications. Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security, or equivalent years of professional experience. Additional Information The Team Unit 42 Consulting is Palo Alto Network's security advisory team. Our vision is to create a more secure digital world by providing the highest quality incident response, risk management, and digital forensic services to clients of all sizes. Compensation Disclosure The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. Our Commitment We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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