Senior Red Team Engineer – Frontier AI Security

Job Description: - Lead advanced security assessments across web applications, APIs, network infrastructure, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems

• Identify vulnerabilities, validate security controls, and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen security posture
• Perform hands-on penetration testing, red team activities, vulnerability research, and custom tool development
• Apply frontier AI models to enhance penetration testing, vulnerability discovery, attack-path analysis, and offensive-security activities
• Develop AI-powered tools and workflows to improve the effectiveness, consistency, and automation of security activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, support remediation efforts, and improve security-by-design practices
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to security standards and methodologies
• Provide subject matter expertise during security incidents
• Translate complex findings into meaningful business outcomes

Requirements: - Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship now or in the future

• 7+ years of experience in information security, including 4+ years focused on penetration testing
• Proven expertise conducting penetration tests across web applications, APIs, networks, cloud environments, and enterprise infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of penetration testing methodologies, attack frameworks, and tools such as Burp Suite
• Deep understanding of common application and infrastructure vulnerabilities, including the OWASP Top 10
• Experience performing cloud security assessments in AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform
• Proficiency in scripting or development languages such as Python, PowerShell, Ruby, or similar for automation and tool development
• Knowledge of Active Directory security, privilege escalation, lateral movement, and post-exploitation techniques
• Experience with containerized and modern application environments, including Docker and Kubernetes
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, GWAPT, GXPN, GIAC, or equivalent security credentials preferred
• OffSec AI Red Teamer (OSAI / AI-300) – Preferred
• Certified AI Security Professional (CAISP) – Preferred
• SANS SEC536: Adversarial AI – Penetration Testing AI Systems – Highly Relevant Training

Benefits: - Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara’s bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable

• Industry-leading benefits, support, and services supporting holistic health and wellbeing
• Flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent)
• Autonomy, freedom, and ownership
• Reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process