Offensive security certifications such as OSCP, OSWE, OSWA, GPEN, GWAPT , or similar, demonstrating validated skills in penetration testing.
Experience performing threat modeling and incorporating attacker perspective into security design reviews.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their specific security considerations.
Knowledge of secure software development practices and experience working with DevSecOps or CI/CD pipeline security.
Red team operations exposure or small-scale adversary simulations (beyond standard pentesting), showing the ability to plan multi-phase attacks and operate stealthily.
Active participation in the security community (e.g., CTFs, bug bounties, open-source contributions) demonstrating passion for offensive security.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
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Additional Information
We are seeking a talented Offensive Security Analyst to join our team of ethical hackers. In this mid-level role, you will be an integral part of our red teaming and penetration testing efforts , using your technical expertise to find and exploit vulnerabilities across web applications, networks, cloud platforms, and critical systems. By thinking like an attacker, you will help us identify weaknesses before real adversaries do , and work with cross-functional partners to fix them. This is a hands-on role focused on traditional offensive security methods - you'll use well-known and custom tools to emulate sophisticated threat actors, improve our security posture , and reduce risk .
Vanguard · Dallas