Corebridge Financial · 2 days ago
Sr. Security Researcher, Offensive Security (Red Team)
Durham, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expCorebridge Financial is a company that partners with financial professionals to enhance people's financial lives. The Sr. Security Researcher is responsible for leading offensive security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and improve the organization's security posture. This role involves mentoring junior team members, conducting threat modeling, and collaborating with other security teams.
Financial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance
Responsibilities
Lead and execute red team engagements:
Develop and execute comprehensive red team assessments, including reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, exploitation, and post-exploitation activities
Lead and mentor junior red team members, providing guidance, training, and hands-on experience
Develop and maintain red team methodologies, tools, and infrastructure
Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments to identify potential attack vectors and prioritize targets
Develop and execute social engineering campaigns, including phishing, vishing, and physical penetration tests
Vulnerability research and exploitation:
Stay abreast of the latest threat intelligence, vulnerabilities, and exploits
Research and develop new exploitation techniques and tools
Conduct in-depth analysis of vulnerabilities and their potential impact
Reporting and communication:
Prepare detailed and concise reports documenting red team findings, including technical details, impact assessments, and remediation recommendations
Effectively communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior management
Present findings and recommendations at security forums and conferences (optional)
Security awareness and training:
Develop and deliver security awareness training programs to employees on topics such as social engineering, phishing, and secure coding practices
Conduct security awareness campaigns to raise employee awareness of security threats and best practices
Collaboration:
Collaborate with other security teams (e.g., blue team, incident response) to improve overall security posture
Work with development teams to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities in applications and systems
Build and maintain relationships with external security researchers and the cybersecurity community
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 3+ years of hands-on experience in penetration testing, red teaming
Understanding of blended attacks
Proven experience leading and mentoring junior security professionals
Strong understanding of networking, systems administration, and programming concepts
Expertise in penetration testing methodologies and tools (e.g., Cobalt Strike, Outflank, Sliver, PowerShell Empire, Metasploit, Kali Linux, Nmap)
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ruby, PowerShell)
Strong understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS)
Experience with vulnerability scanners, intrusion detection systems, and firewalls
Experience with cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus
Relevant security certifications (e.g., RTO I, RTO II, OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, CRTP) are highly desired
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to adapt to new technologies and challenges
Project Management
Benefits
Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location. In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.
Company
Corebridge Financial
Corebridge Financial is a providers of retirement solutions and insurance products. It is a sub-organization of AIG.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$10.25BKey Investors
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2025-11-04Post Ipo Secondary· $1B
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Leadership Team
Alan Colberg
Lead Independent Director and Chair Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee
Ryan Vickerman
Digital Creative Director
Recent News
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