[Remote] Associate Security Researcher

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cobalt is evolving the way they approach security research and is seeking an Associate Security Researcher. This role involves leveraging a strong foundational background in systems administration to support security research operations and assist in identifying and protecting against security threats.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

• You have a background in systems administration or IT operations
• You have a strong grasp of security fundamentals and likely hold certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GSEC, or are working toward an OSCP
• You understand the methodology of a penetration test (recon, scanning, exploitation), even if you haven't been a full-time pentester yet
• This role is strictly limited to candidates residing in the United States
• Preference will be given to candidates in EST or CST to align with our team's morning-heavy meeting schedule
• 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

• 401(k) program (US) or pension (EU)
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance (US) or statutory healthcare (EU)
• Wellness
• Work-from-home equipment & wifi
• Learning & development
• Flexible, generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave

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