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Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team

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Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team

New York, NY

Meta's Offensive Security Group is looking for a Purple Team Offensive Security Engineer that use their in-depth subject-matter knowledge to test attack detection and prevention effectiveness across our environments. Candidates are expected to scope, prepare, and deliver technology-oriented assessments that positively benefit the overall security posture of the organization. This role requires a desire to help drive fixes after testing cycles, both as short-term mitigations and long-term improvements.This position offers a variety of technical security challenges; self-starters and those with a passion for the security field are encouraged to apply!

Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team Responsibilities:

  • Design, scope, and lead Purple Team Engagements focused on working with partners to execute relevant Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures to provide information used to harden protections.
  • Automate the creation of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, portions of engagements, and other offensive security work to inform and drive our engagements.
  • Incorporate Threat Intelligence research to track APT trends and help our partners test their environments against new and emerging threats.
  • Work with Incident Response, Product Security, and other security partners to align remediation efforts that best protect the company.
  • Understand not only how something works on a in-depth, technical level, but also how it can be used for unintended purposes as an attacker.
Minimum Qualifications:

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  • 4+ years of experience Red Teaming, Penetration Testing, and/or Cyber Threat Hunting.
  • Coding/scripting experience in one or more general purpose languages
  • Knowledge of at least one cloud computing platform (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Knowledge of server (Linux, Windows) and client (Windows, macOS, Linux) operating systems.
  • Knowledge and understanding of attack surfaces for enterprise systems and services.
  • Experience working closely with defenders to identify and fix problems.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience performing and leading closed source and code assisted assessments.
  • Experience with complex, multi-stage, multi-person engagements for internal partners.
  • Experience building infrastructure using DevOps technologies and concepts to support offensive security teams.
  • Background in intrusion detection, security investigations, and incident response.
  • Experience "threat hunting". (i.e., using threat intel to proactively and iteratively investigate these potential risks and finding suspicious behavior in the network)
  • OSCP certification, or equivalent.
  • Track record of participation in capture the flag (CTF) competitions.
  • Contributions to the security community (e.g., public research, blogging, presentations, bug bounty, tooling, etc.)
About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$147,000/year to $208,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2NLnMAN_1002
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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