Staff Offensive Security Engineer

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GreenlightFintech, Cybersecurity
Atlanta (Remote Friendly)Full-TimeStaff
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Experience
8+ years
Required Skills
Node.jsPythonBashKubernetesGoCI/CD

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in offensive security, red teaming, or penetration testing.
  • Proven track record of uncovering critical vulnerabilities in complex environments.
  • Deep understanding of AWS security architecture, including IAM bypass and container escapes (Kubernetes).
  • Experience with manual code review in Node.js, Python, or Go.
  • Proficiency in bypassing modern web and mobile security controls.
  • Ability to script in Python, Bash, or Go to automate exploitation chains or CI/CD security integration.
  • Strong strategic communication skills to translate technical risks into business impact.
  • Ethical, curious, and persistent problem-solving mindset.
  • Experience mentoring and collaborating across R&D organizations.
  • OSCP, OSCE, or GXPN certifications are valued.

Responsibilities

  • Define the long-term vision for offensive security, moving beyond point-in-time testing to continuous security validation.
  • Design and execute complex, multi-stage adversary simulations targeting cloud infrastructure, mobile applications, and internal corporate environments.
  • Conduct deep-dive vulnerability research to identify zero-day vulnerabilities or sophisticated logic flaws.
  • Partner with DevOps and Engineering to build automated security guardrails and self-healing infrastructure.
  • Perform purple team exercises to validate and improve detection and response alert coverage.
  • Mentor senior and mid-level engineers to foster a culture of security-minded development.
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