Offensive Cybersecurity Engineer / AI / Startup

Offensive Cybersecurity Engineer / AI / Startup

District of Columbia, District Of Columbia

Onsite

Full Time

$160k - $250k

A startup backed by tier-1 US VCs and industry leaders is looking for exceptional Offensive Security Engineers with a strong background in low-level systems work and offensive security. You'll build production systems that conduct AI-driven vulnerability research and exploit development at scale, and are utilized at the center of western cyber operations. Due to the type of role, all candidates must be eligible for security clearances. Ideal candidates have at least 2+ YOE in cybersecurity engineering as well as deep low-level systems experience, such as operating system internals, kernel work, runtime detection, dynamic analysis, and/or dynamic interception. You must be comfortable owning systems end to end and working in a startup environment, where you'll wear multiple hats and have the autonomy to drive ownership and navigate ambiguity. This role is onsite in Washington DC, 5 days a week. Full relocation support is provided.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering
• Deep low-level systems experience, such as operating system internals, kernel work, runtime detection, dynamic analysis, and/or dynamic interception
• Ability to own systems end to end and work in a startup environment, wearing multiple hats and facing uncertainty
• Experience with vulnerability research, CTF, or offensive security
• Engineering experience at xAI, Anthropic, Scale, Palantir, or similar high-bar AI companies
• All candidates must be eligible for security clearance

The Offer

• Equity
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Much more

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future. #LI-CC4

Specialization:

• Red Team
• Cybersecurity