Penetration Test Operator (Remote)
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At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it’s helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses around the world, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.
Department OverviewWithin the Product and Services Threat Management Group, the Motorola Solutions Red Team’s mission is to challenge the security posture of all MSI products and services to provide the expert analysis that enables a secure robust product platform for our customers such as first responders. We value technical growth, innovation, work-life balance, and a commitment to our customer’s mission.
Job DescriptionPosition Description:
As a Penetration Test Operator in our Products and Services Red Team, you will have the opportunity to apply your “outsider mindset”, cybersecurity skills, and experiences to mission-critical products and services. You will be positioned as a technical leader in the Red Team and as a subject matter expert in your areas of specialization like Cloud, Web, Mobile/Apps, Embedded/IoT, Hardware. Work with all parts of the company to drive a cybersecurity culture, establish meaningful relationships, and directly influence the way we create secure, market-leading, mission-critical products. This position has less than 10% travel and a remote location may be considered
Your day to day responsibilities will include the following:
Planning and execution of penetration tests
Documentation and report writing
Data, code, and vulnerability analysis
Tool and Script development
Collaboration with Development Teams
Research and Training
General Skills:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Effective collaboration and team integration
Advanced problem-solving abilities through imaginative and creative thinking
The ability to deal with ambiguity and adapt to ad hoc tasks
Be able to self-identify tasks and needs and start work independently
Maintain an insatiable curiosity and an aggressive outsider mindset
Technical Skills:
Familiarity with Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications, Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP)
Thorough understanding of cybersecurity and penetration testing methodologies like Mitre ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain
Good understanding of Windows/Linux based Operating Systems and networking
A comprehensive understanding of cloud computing models, technologies, and concepts
Good skills with some of the following: Ansible, Bash, Powershell, Perl, Python, Assembly, C/C++, C#, Javascript, Java
The ability to perform penetration testing activities on Web Applications, Cloud Infrastructure, Mobile Operating Systems and Applications, IoT
Additional Qualified Skills:
The ability to execute a penetration testing project independently, for the full project lifecycle
Qualifications/Certifications:
One or more of the following are desired: OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, GWAPT, GMOB, GAWN, GXPN, and/or the ability to pass OSCP within 6 months of hire
Basic RequirementsEssential Requirements:
In addition, the candidate must possess the following:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience and/or Military service
1+ years of substantive Engineering, Software Development, and/or Architecture knowledge
1+ years of active hands-on experience in performing external and internal penetration tests/ethical hacking as a primary responsibility using industry-standard tools
US Citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract
Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective Day 1
- 401K with Company Match and Day 1 vesting
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.