Description
Lead Cloud Penetration Tester
Lead Cloud Penetration Tester
Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Duties
- Lead and coordinate purple-teaming exercises against designated cloud resources, focusing initially on external threats.
- Collaborate with assessment teams to conduct purple-teaming exercises, utilizing a blend of attack simulations and defense mechanisms to test and improve cloud security.
- Plan and define the scope and objectives of purple-teaming activities during the initial planning phase.
- Analyze and interpret purple-teaming results to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement in cloud security measures.
- Develop and implement strategies to mitigate detected vulnerabilities and enhance overall cloud security posture.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on the outcomes of purple-teaming exercises, including recommendations for enhancing cloud security.
- Stay updated with the latest cloud security threats and defense strategies to ensure effective and up-to-date testing techniques.
- Train and mentor junior penetration testers and other team members in advanced purple-teaming methodologies and best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelorās degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- 5 years experience in cybersecurity, with an emphasis and strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, particularly in cloud environments and cloud hosted web applications.
- Certification in penetration testing with cloud or web app focus (e.g., OSCP, GCPN, GDAT) is a plus.
- Experience with both red and blue team operations, ideally in a purple-teaming context.
- Extensive experience in cloud security, including direct experience with large enterprise cloud services such as AWS, Azure, and Microsoft 365.
- Strong technical expertise in cybersecurity technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, SOAR platforms, and network security solutions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment to identify errors, pinpoint root causes, and devise solutions with minimal oversight.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
About Maveris
Maveris offers exceptional, mission-focused, solutions to organizations facing highly complex IT, digital, and cybersecurity challenges. Our success is achieved by maintaining an environment of trust where people are encouraged to reach their fullest potential. Every candidate that applies to Maveris brings something unique to the table, and because our team is diverse, we consistently meet our goals and exceed client expectations. If you are a highly-motivated person with a willingness to learn, we invite you to apply today to join our team!