Cobalt
Modern pentesting for security and development teams.
Associate Security Researcher
Location
United States
Posted
56 days ago
Salary
$55K - $85K / year
High SchoolEnglishAWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformPython
Job Description
• Leverage your sysadmin background to set up research environments, manage lab infrastructure, and ensure our tooling is stable.
• Assist in simulating threats (Red) while documenting detection gaps and defensive improvements (Blue).
• Perform data collection, log analysis, and initial vulnerability triaging to support Senior Researchers.
• Maintain high-quality documentation of research findings, scripts, and internal wikis.
• Engage in a structured growth path to evolve from foundational sysadmin/support tasks into deep offensive security research.
• Perform technical authorship and quality control for the TPM organization by reviewing penetration testing findings and final reports to ensure accuracy and actionable remediation guidance.
Job Requirements
- The Sysadmin Spirit: You have a background in systems administration or IT operations. You understand servers, networking, permissions, and logs because you’ve managed them.
- Security Mindset: You have a strong grasp of security fundamentals and likely hold certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GSEC, or are working toward an OSCP.
- Pentesting Awareness: You understand the methodology of a penetration test (recon, scanning, exploitation), even if you haven't been a full-time pentester yet.
- US-Based: For logistical and compliance reasons, this role is strictly limited to candidates residing in the United States.
- Time Zone Alignment: Preference will be given to candidates in EST or CST to align with our team’s morning-heavy meeting schedule.
- Bonus Points if:
- You have experience with automation (Python, Bash, or PowerShell).
- You have an interest in cloud security (AWS/GCP/Azure).
- You enjoy "tinkering" in a home lab environment.
Benefits
- Earn competitive compensation and an attractive equity plan
- Save for the future with a 401(k) program (US) or pension (EU)
- Benefit from medical, dental, vision and life insurance (US) or statutory healthcare (EU)
- Leverage stipends for:
- Wellness
- Work-from-home equipment & wifi
- Learning & development
- Make the most of our flexible, generous paid time off, and paid parental leave