Red Team Operator

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: Red Team Operator
• Job Type: Full Time
• Location: On-site 1x/week in Washington DC
• Clearance Requirements: None, but Public Trust preferred
• Travel: None

SIXGEN supports cyber and intelligence missions by serving government and commercial organizations as they overcome global cybersecurity challenges. You’ll work with our highly skilled operators conducting research and assessments based on real-world threats. You’ll simulate adversaries and malicious actors and report details and actionable findings on critical assets and infrastructures. Using innovative processes, tools, and techniques, you’ll predict and overcome cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Your successes will be supported by our diverse team of experienced, technical talent. 

• →Simulate real-world cyberattacks to assess and challenge the effectiveness of security controls and incident response capabilities.
• →Conduct reconnaissance, exploitation, and post-exploitation activities using adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• →Develop and use custom tools and methods to evade detection and maintain stealth during engagements.
• →Collaborate with blue and purple teams to improve detection, response, and overall security posture.
• →Document findings and deliver clear, actionable reports to technical and executive stakeholders.

• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• CRTO certification (or ability to earn within 3 months of hire).
• OSCP and/or GPEN certifications.
• Technical experience (4+ years each):
  • Hands on red team operations or government computer network exploitation/tactical operations.
  • Using penetration testing and red teaming frameworks (e.g., Cobalt Strike, Kali) in production environments.
  • Working with network technologies and protocols (OSI model, routing, network building/troubleshooting).
  • Applying and investigating "living off the land" tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Scripting and programming (e.g., Bash, C#, Ruby, Perl, Python, PHP).
  • Social engineering and physical security penetration testing.
  • Writing clear, detailed cybersecurity assessment reports.
• Ability to secure, configure, deploy, and troubleshoot major operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unimax, macOS).

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.