Job Description

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, national organization, Centene's technology professionals have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose:

We are passionate about cybersecurity. Are you eager to lead innovative red team operations? Come join our dynamic team and take charge of planning and executing red team engagements. In this 100% remote role, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to test and enhance our security processes, procedures, and controls, ensuring our enterprise is protected against advanced threats. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying vulnerabilities and developing cutting-edge solutions to safeguard our systems.

• Design and implement cutting-edge obfuscation techniques for tools, payloads, and Command and Control (C2) infrastructure to evade detection by Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems
• Lead the development of advanced malware solutions for offensive security operations, ensuring robust functionality and adaptability to evolving threats
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for vulnerability exploitation, and tool integration while also demonstrating the ability to work independently on complex projects with minimal supervision
• Stay abreast of emerging threats, offensive methodologies, and evasion tactics through continuous research and innovation
• Mentor junior operators and share expertise in offensive security best practices in a high-performing team environment
• Participate in planning, and executing red team exercises to identify vulnerabilities, control gaps, and potential attack vectors in Centene information systems, both on-premises and in cloud environments
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of exploitation of Microsoft platforms used in the enterprise environment such as Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Active Directory, Certificate Services, and Azure
• Participate in quarterly purple team exercises, sharing insights and knowledge to improve overall security posture
• Work cooperatively and professionally with co-workers, customers, and management on a daily basis, either remotely or in person
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Education/Experience:

A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science) and Requires 4 – 6 years of related experience.

Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position.

Technical Skills:

• 3+ years hands-on technical red team or purple team experience.
• Hands-on experience with using, modifying, and customizing penetration testing and red teaming software frameworks (Cobalt Strike, Brute Ratel, Mythic, etc.) to meet operational requirements.
• Experience in professionally delivering technical and executive-level red team reports and briefings.
• Ability to independently research new vulnerabilities in software products.
• Familiarity with fundamentals of software exploitation on modern operating systems and cloud environments.
• AWS training and experience are desired.

Soft Skills:

• Intermediate - Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Intermediate - Ability to identify basic problems and procedural irregularities, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Intermediate - Ability to work independently
• Intermediate - Demonstrated analytical skills
• Intermediate - Demonstrated project management skills
• Intermediate - Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Intermediate - Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills

License/Certification:

• Certifications are desired, but not required
• Malware Dev Academy
• Offensive Security Experienced Penetration (OSEP)
• ZeroPointSecurity (CRTO)
• Other relevant cybersecurity certifications

Pay Range: $85,300.00 - $158,100.00 per year

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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