Red Team Operations Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type
On-site
Location
Augusta, GA
Salary
$86,800–$198,000 / yr
Posted
23 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $176k
This role $142k
$72k most similar roles pay here $228k

This role pays less than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $139,200–$212,718 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $142k versus about $176k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 802 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 783 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Red Team Operations Lead

The Red Team Operations Lead leads a small team through the design, development, and execution of advanced adversary emulation operations against real-world targets and active network defenders. This role involves creating scenarios and artifacts that mimic real-world adversary groups while improving team tradecraft, techniques, tactics, procedures, infrastructure, and tooling. The individual will manage project timelines, communicate status to leadership, and produce technical and executive reports. Key responsibilities include mentoring other operators and performing hands-on keyboard activities. Required skills include experience with EDR evasion in MFA environments, Active Directory exploitation, and command-and-control frameworks. Technical proficiencies include Mythic, Cobalt Strike, Sliver, Docker, and various programming languages like C#, C++, Python, or GO. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph to address complex security challenges within the cybersecurity domain.

What you'll do

  • Conduct advanced adversary emulation operations against real-world targets and active network defenders.
  • Lead a small team through the design, development, and execution of Red Team operations.
  • Develop scenarios and artifacts that mimic real-world adversary groups for simulated testing.
  • Improve team tradecraft, techniques, tactics, procedures, infrastructure, and tooling.
  • Create comprehensive technical reports and presentations for both technical and executive audiences.
  • Provide support and mentorship to other Red Team operators.
  • Manage the timely completion of post-operation technical reports and supporting activities.

What we're looking for

  • Must have at least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity.
  • Must have at least 5 years of experience with Red Teaming, Purple Teaming, or tool development.
  • Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Experience is required in hands-on keyboard (HOK) operations and leading Red Team engagements.
  • Experience is required in EDR evasion within MFA environments and using tools like Mythic, Cobalt Strike, or Sliver.
  • Expertise is required in C2 frameworks, offensive infrastructure, Active Directory exploitation, and reverse engineering malware.
  • Proficiency is required in OPSEC infrastructure (Docker, Redirectors) and exploit development in Windows or Linux.

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