Intermediate Red Team Operator

Intermediate Red Team Operator – AERMOR

AERMOR is seeking an Intermediate Red Team Operator who will provide support by conducting penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and adversarial simulations. This role requires hands‑on expertise with offensive cybersecurity tools and techniques, enabling the evaluation of cybersecurity posture for Navy systems. The operator will support test planning, execution, and post‑test analysis while contributing to capability development and red team readiness.

Location: Norfolk, VA

Position Type: Full‑Time

Clearance: TS/SCI Eligibility

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

• Execute cyber assessments including Cooperative Vulnerability Penetration Assessments (CVPA), Adversarial Assessments (AA), and Cyber Tabletop Exercises (CTT).
• Utilize approved commercial and open‑source red team tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Core Impact, Nessus, Sharp Hound/Blood Hound, and Cobalt Strike.
• Participate in test planning meetings and site visits to assess target architecture and identify potential attack vectors.
• Conduct open‑source research and documentation review to support test objectives.
• Operate independently during test events and assist in directing Basic Red Team Operators.
• Prepare and brief in‑test findings, post‑test risk/deficiency sheets, and technical reports.
• Participate in red team capability development efforts and peer knowledge sharing activities (e.g., Capture the Flag events, red team exchanges).

• Minimum 3 years of experience in penetration testing, red teaming, or exploit development.
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or equivalent certification.
• Proficient with multiple offensive tools and able to safely validate exploit code functionality.
• Strong experience with Windows and Linux/Unix operating systems.