Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team
Description For Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team
Meta is seeking a Purple Team Offensive Security Engineer to join their Offensive Security Group. This role combines red team and blue team perspectives to enhance the organization's security posture. The position requires expertise in penetration testing, threat hunting, and security automation, with a focus on testing attack detection and prevention effectiveness across Meta's environments.
The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in offensive security, strong coding abilities, and knowledge of cloud platforms and operating systems. They will lead Purple Team engagements, automate security procedures, and work closely with various security teams to improve Meta's defenses. The role offers opportunities to work on diverse technical security challenges at one of the world's largest technology companies.
Working at Meta means contributing to technologies that connect billions of people through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The company is also pushing boundaries in AR/VR technology, making this an exciting opportunity for security professionals interested in protecting both traditional and emerging technologies.
The position offers competitive compensation ($147,000-$208,000/year) plus bonus and equity, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with industry-leading security professionals. The role is based in Seattle, WA, and requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative skills to succeed in Meta's fast-paced environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for security professionals who want to make a significant impact on the security of platforms used by billions of people while working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to the future of social connection and immersive experiences.
Responsibilities For Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team
- Design, scope, and lead Purple Team Engagements focused on working with partners to execute relevant Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
- Automate the creation of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
- Incorporate Threat Intelligence research to track APT trends
- Work with Incident Response, Product Security, and other security partners to align remediation efforts
- Understand technical systems and their potential exploitation
Requirements For Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team
- 4+ years of experience Red Teaming, Penetration Testing, and/or Cyber Threat Hunting
- Coding/scripting experience in one or more general purpose languages
- Knowledge of at least one cloud computing platform (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Knowledge of server and client operating systems
- Knowledge and understanding of attack surfaces for enterprise systems and services
- Experience working closely with defenders to identify and fix problems
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field or 4+ years equivalent experience
Benefits For Offensive Security Engineer, Purple Team
- bonus
- equity
- benefits package
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