Senior Security Consultant, Emergent Threat & Exploit Researcher

Rapid7 InsightIDR

Fully remote
5+ years active technical security role
4+ years penetration testing consulting experience
Expert knowledge of windows/linux/unix internals
Rapid7 is seeking a Senior Security Consultant specializing in Emergent Threat & Exploit Research, responsible for penetrating client networks and enhancing their security posture. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in penetration testing, exploit research, and a strong command of security tools and methodologies

Job Summary

  • The role involves delivering Rapid7's Vector Command Continuous Red Teaming service by emulating real adversaries to test customer security postures.
  • Candidates will analyze emerging N-day and zero-day vulnerabilities, develop proof-of-concepts, and assess customer environments for exposure.
  • The position requires collaborating with a specialized team to perform large-scale reconnaissance, lateral movement, and evasion of security controls.

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Rapid7 is seeking a Senior Security Consultant specializing in Emergent Threat & Exploit Research, responsible for penetrating client networks and enhancing their security posture. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in penetration testing, exploit research, and a strong command of security tools and methodologies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years active technical security role
  • 4+ years penetration testing consulting experience
  • Expert knowledge of Windows/Linux/UNIX internals
  • Experience with Ruby, Python, PHP, Java, C, C++, Assembly
  • Bug bounty experience identifying novel vulnerabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills for C-Level briefings
  • Mentoring and coaching junior staff
  • Participation in industry conferences
  • Collaborative mindset for cross-training
  • Commitment to end-to-end testing process

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years in active technical security role
  • 4+ years Penetration Testing Consulting experience
  • OSCP, OSCE, GXPN, OSEE, or CREST certifications
  • High quality report writing and peer reviewing skills
  • Ability to lead teams of penetration testers on engagements

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