Job Details

Job Title: Red Team Tester
Location: Remote; Chicago/Milwaukee preferred
Position Type: Full-Time
Overview
TalentFish is casting a line for a Red Team Tester. This is a Full-Time, Remote role; Chicago/Milwaukee preferred. Our client is building an Offensive Security team that red teamers believe in. These aren't tool-heavy, checkbox pentests. Our testers think and act like adversaries - endpoint evasion, privilege escalation, moving laterally, and chaining attacks until we hit business-critical objectives. We write reports, sure, but they're narrative-driven. The full story from entry to impact, showing the path taken and the attacker mindset, and conveying the risks in a way that the client understands.

SKILLS

• Consulting experience is preferred; candidates without direct consulting experience should be prepared to demonstrate transferable skills and how they can bridge any gaps.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong expertise in either network security or application security, with working knowledge of the other.
• Strong professionalism and communication skills (both written and verbal), with minimal reliance on LLMs and a willingness to engage in video calls.

What You'll Do

• Perform red team engagements simulating real-world adversaries.
• Conduct endpoint evasion, privilege escalation, and lateral movement.
• Write narrative-driven reports detailing attack paths and business impact.
• Communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop custom scripts and tools when needed.
• Research and apply new TTPs in engagements.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Preferred:

• Can demonstrate experience in chaining smaller vulnerabilities during real-world assessments to illustrate significant security impact.
• Ability to create custom tools, scripts, or proof-of-concepts when existing solutions do not meet requirements.
• Experience with EDR evasion and C2 frameworks.
• Been part of CTFs, cons, local meetups, or have published write-ups.
• Certifications (Offensive Security, Zeropoint Security, SEKTOR7, etc.).
• Some level of scripting/coding proficiency.

Compensation Information
The expected salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.
All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to: reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.
TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible.
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