Senior Advisor - Cyber Security

Job Description & Responsibilities :

- Design, scope, and lead complex technical assessments, including Purple Team engagements and other security initiatives to test attack detection and prevention effectiveness.

- Perform targeted offensive security assessments with a focus on detection and telemetry improvement.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Incident Response, Threat Hunt, Threat Intelligence, and Security Engineering to drive improved security outcomes and resiliency.

- Identify, develop, and promote new capabilities and improve Adversary Simulations overall program maturity.

- Support and mentor internal teams on secure architecture, detection logic, and adversary behaviors.

Experience Required :

- 13 - 15 years of combined experience in offensive security, red team, blue team, or purple team roles.

- Demonstrated hands-on experience executing advanced adversary TTPs across all phases of the kill chain.

- Proven ability to build, run, and measure adversary emulation exercises based on MITRE ATT&CK or custom threat models.

- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) and familiarity with programming languages (C/C++, C#).

- Experience building or tuning detection logic (KQL, Sigma, SPL, YARA, etc.) from detection engineering, threat hunt, or threat intelligence roles.

- Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, network security, and modern attack vectors.

- Demonstrated ability to produce comprehensive reports and explain complex technical details in a concise, understandable manner.

- Excellent communication and time management skills.

Experience Desired :

- Prior experience performing offensive security operations within a mature enterprise or regulated environment.

- Knowledge of malware development concepts, evasion techniques, and offensive security research.

- Experience working within Agile or hybrid Agile/Scrum environments, including participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, retrospectives, and cross team coordination.

Education and Training Required :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.

- Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, OSEP, GXPN, CRTO, or similar.

Primary Skills :

- Advanced knowledge and experience in offensive security techniques and red teaming.

- Ability to emulate sophisticated adversaries and design realistic attack scenarios.

- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with keen attention to detail.

Additional Skills :

- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.

- Flexibility to adapt to evolving security challenges and stay current with emerging threats.

- Willingness and ability to mentor and develop junior team members.