Senior Red Team Operator

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will also possess experience or familiarity with missile defense systems, satellite communications, RF spectrum operations, and electronic warfare concepts to support advanced threat emulation and mission-focused assessments.
• Operations
• Conduct red team engagements against enterprise networks, cloud environments, satellite communications systems, wireless infrastructure, and endpoint systems.
• Execute adversary emulation activities aligned to real-world threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Perform internal and external penetration testing across multiple operational environments.
• Simulate cyber and RF-enabled attack vectors against mission systems and communications architectures.
• Identify security weaknesses, exploit vulnerabilities, and demonstrate potential operational and business impacts.
• Conduct social engineering, phishing, and physical security assessments where authorized.
• RF, Space, and Mission Systems Support
• Support assessments involving RF communications, satellite systems, and electronic warfare-related technologies.
• Evaluate mission system resiliency against cyber-electromagnetic activities.
• Assist in identifying vulnerabilities associated with space-based communications and sensor architectures.
• Contribute technical insight regarding missile defense architecture, operational capabilities, and system limitations.
• Infrastructure & Tooling
• Develop, modify, and maintain offensive security tools, payloads, scripts, and automation.
• Operate command-and-control (C2) frameworks while maintaining operational security during engagements.
• Conduct privilege escalation, lateral movement, persistence, and evasion activities in controlled environments.
• Research emerging attack techniques and adversary methodologies.
• Reporting & Collaboration
• Document findings, attack paths, indicators of compromise, and remediation recommendations.
• Produce detailed technical reports and executive-level summaries.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in penetration testing, red teaming, offensive security, or related cybersecurity roles.
• Strong understanding of:
• Windows and Linux operating systems
• Active Directory attacks and administration
• Networking and protocols and enterprise architectures
• Web application security concepts
• Cloud environments such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud
• Experience with offensive security tools such as:
• Cobalt Strike
• Sliver
• Metasploit
• Burp Suite
• BloodHound
• Impacket
• Nmap
• Mythic or similar C2 frameworks
• Proficiency in one or more scripting/programming languages:
• Python
• Powershell
• Bash
• Go
• C#
• Previous experience in missile defense systems or a strong understanding of missile defense capabilities and limitations.
• Understanding of satellite elements, orbital nomenclature, satellite subsystems, and mission purposes.
• Experience working within the RF spectrum and understanding RF band classifications and operational considerations.
• Knowledge of electronic warfare theory, concepts, and practical application.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CRTO, OSEP, PNPT, CEH, CISSP
• Experience with:
• EDR evasion techniques
• Threat intelligence integration
• SDR (Software Defined Radio) technologies
• Satellite communications (SATCOM)
• Space systems cybersecurity
• Kubernetes and container security
• CI/CD pipeline security testing
• Desired Traits:
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Curiosity and passion for offensive security research
• Ability to operate independently in complex mission environments
• High attention to detail and operational discipline
• Strong written documentation and briefing skills
• Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving threat landscapes
• Example Technologies & Environments
• Enterprise Ac

Additional Information

SIXGEN's mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape. POSITION OVERVIEW Position: Senior Red Team Operator Job Type: Full-time Location: Huntsville, AL (Hybrid - customer site and WFH) Clearance Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen. TS/SCI required

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