Lead Engineer - Red Team: Cybersecurity Expert for Adversary Simulation and Risk Management (Remote or Hybrid)

Join the Cybersecurity Revolution at Target

Are you a skilled cybersecurity professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for adversary simulation and risk management? Join us at Target as a Lead Engineer - Red Team and be part of a world-class cybersecurity team!

As a Lead Engineer - Red Team, you will play a critical role in driving the success of our cybersecurity program. You will lead operations, contribute to the team, influence team direction, and collaborate with partner teams to identify and mitigate potential risks. This is a unique opportunity to work with a Fortune 50 company and be part of a team that is shaping the future of cybersecurity.

About Target and Our Technology

Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers. But we're not just a retailer - we're a tech company that fuels our passion and commitment to cutting-edge innovation. Our technology framework relies on the latest tools and technologies, and we're looking for talented professionals like you to join our team.

Target Technology Services is on a mission to offer the systems, tools, and support that our guests and team members need and deserve. We drive industry-leading technologies in support of every angle of the business, and help ensure that Target operates smoothly, securely, and reliably from the inside out.

About the Red Team

Target's Red Team uses adversary simulation to uncover risk in our environment, provide training opportunities to defenders, and measure the processes and technology defending the organization. We leverage a high level of collaboration between teams as we drive organizational improvement. As a Red Team Lead Engineer, you will conduct and lead operations, contribute to the team, influence team direction, and collaborate with partner teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic adversary emulation objectives and operational plans
• Execute adversary emulation operations to surface risk in the organization
• Work with partner teams to plan cooperative engagements
• Lead and train operators
• Communicate effectively with and directly support defenders
• Present findings and operational work to groups in a clear and professional manner
• Study the techniques of Threat Actors, and apply that lens to operational work
• Partner with other Team Members to improve tools and procedures
• Manage work effectively in the team's project management tools (Github/JIRA)
• Respond to the quick-changing needs and priorities of the team
• Read and write code to accomplish red team goals
• Deeply understand red team infrastructure

Essential Qualifications

• Four years minimum experience in offensive security and/or defensive security
• Demonstrates strong offensive security knowledge
• Demonstrates strong understanding of the impact of Red Team work on an organization and its customers
• Prioritizes process improvement
• Seeks out cross-functional collaboration opportunities
• Clearly and respectfully communicates technical issues in a training or mentorship setting
• Resolves complex technical issues with minimal assistance
• Builds strong commitment within a team to support the appropriate priorities
• Stays current on relevant technologies with self-directed learning

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep Red Team adversary emulation experience
• Experience working on or with Blue Teams, including Incident Response, or Detection
• Experience working in large, complex organizations
• Python, C#, Rust, Go, or C skills
• Solving difficult problems, and creatively subverting systems
• Ability to replicate the tools and techniques of in-the-wild threat actors
• Follows Threat Actor trends impacting organizational security

What We Offer

As a Lead Engineer - Red Team at Target, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary ($111,200 - $200,200 per year)
• Comprehensive health benefits and programs
• 401(k) plan
• Employee discount
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid sick leave and national holidays
• Paid vacation

Work Environment and Culture

We offer a flexible work environment, with options for remote or hybrid work arrangements. As a Lead Engineer - Red Team, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of cybersecurity professionals and contribute to the success of our organization.

Our culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and teamwork. We value diversity and inclusion, and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and supported.

Career Growth Opportunities

As a Lead Engineer - Red Team, you will have opportunities for career growth and professional development. We offer training and mentorship programs to help you advance in your career and achieve your goals.

Whether you're looking to move up to a leadership role or specialize in a particular area of cybersecurity, we have the resources and support to help you succeed.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated and talented cybersecurity professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to be considered for this role.

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Conclusion

As a Lead Engineer - Red Team at Target, you will have the opportunity to work with a world-class cybersecurity team and contribute to the success of our organization. With a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work environment, and opportunities for career growth, this is an exciting opportunity that you won't want to miss.

Apply now and join our team of talented cybersecurity professionals!

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