Content Developer; Threat Hunting

About Offensive Security

Offensive Security (OffSec) is the world’s most trusted provider of cyber security training and certification. Our rigorous training programs are industry-standard and our certified alumni highly sought-after.  We help businesses, government, and educational institutions become more secure.  We help individuals enter or advance their careers in cyber security.Built upon the belief that the only way to achieve sound defensive security is to take an offensive approach, we help people develop the Try Harder mindset with hands-on, real-world like labs, and equip them with the skills to succeed in tackling the challenges of cyber security in everyday life and work.  Our mission is to empower the world to fight cyber threats by inspiring the Try Harder mindset. Excited about our mission and what we do? Apply and join us!

About the Job

Offensive Security is looking for an innovative and results-oriented Content Developer; Threat Hunting to join our international team. The Content Developer will be responsible for identifying, writing, developing and refreshing content for our online courses and certifications. The successful candidate will have experience working as a Threat Hunter, possibly as part of a Security Operations Center (SOC) and/or in a Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT). Familiarity with Offensive Security course materials is helpful, but not required.

We are looking for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and has the ability to organize, set priorities, and manage several projects at once, with minimal supervision.

Duties and responsibilities

• Offensive Security is looking for an innovative and results-oriented Content Developer; Threat Hunting to join our international team. The Content Developer will be responsible for identifying, writing, developing and refreshing content for our live, online courses and certifications. The successful candidate will have detailed familiarity with Offensive Security course materials and experience working as a Threat Hunter, possibly as part of a Security Operations Center (SOC) and/or in a Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT).
• We are looking for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and has the ability to organize, set priorities, and manage several projects at once, with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant industry experience in Threat Hunting in addition to experience as part of a Security Operations Center (SOC) and/or in a Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT)
• Well-versed in Cyber Security Defense related topics such as Log Analysis, Incident Response, Threat Analysis, and Threat Hunting with a preference for candidates highly skilled in more than one area
• Strong experience in Windows and Linux Servers
• Strong background in open source technologies
• Intimate knowledge and experience with Active Directory, ideally in a consulting or large enterprise environment
• Strong command of the English language
• Highly effective writing skills which include a high level of detail
• Ability to effectively communicate well among varied audiences
• Curriculum or online content development experience is ideal but not required
• Experience collaborating across cultures, continents and time-zones
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to contribute in a collaborative and professional team environment
• Excellent research skills (data, fact checking)

Working conditions

This role is a full-time salaried position. Work hours for this position are flexible, and will be performed remotely from anywhere in the world.

Direct reports

This position has no direct reports.