Full-Time Principal Consultant, Offensive Security - Remote

Palo Alto Networks is hiring a remote Full-Time Principal Consultant, Offensive Security - Remote. The career level for this job opening is Experienced and is accepting Austin, TX based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.

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Palo Alto Networks

Job Title

Principal Consultant, Offensive Security - Remote

Posted

Career Level

Full-Time

Career Level

Experienced

Locations Accepted

Austin, TX

Salary

YEAR $151000 - $208000

Job Details

The Principal Consultant on the Offensive Security team assesses and challenges the security posture of clients, using various tools and acting as a key team member and leader.

Your Impact:

  • Assist in infrastructure development for offensive security research and testing.
  • Conduct periodic network scans to detect vulnerabilities.
  • Perform client penetration testing using open-source, custom, and commercial tools.
  • Assist in scoping engagements by articulating penetration approaches to technical and executive audiences.
  • Generate reports detailing testing results and remediation recommendations.
  • Develop scripts, tools, and methodologies to automate internal processes.
  • Conduct IT application testing, cybersecurity tool analysis, and systems engineering support.
  • Conduct threat hunting and compromise assessments using Unit 42 and Palo Alto Networks’ tools.
  • Assist in developing security standards and recommend security enhancements.
  • Conduct cyber risk assessments using frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001/2, PCI, CIS Top 20, and CMMC.
  • Conduct cloud penetration testing engagements on AWS, GCP, Azure, containers, etc.
  • Provide recommendations on security measures to protect data and systems from cyber-attacks.

Your Experience:

  • 6+ years of experience with risk assessment tools and methods focused on Information Assurance and Network Security.
  • Experience managing a team of consultants.
  • Deep understanding of how malicious software works.
  • Ability to modify known and craft custom exploits.
  • Strong knowledge of tools and techniques for network, wireless, and web application penetration testing.
  • Familiarity with web application penetration testing and code auditing.
  • Knowledge and experience in conducting cyber risk assessments using industry standards.
  • Experience with penetration testing and administering Linux, Windows, and cloud providers like AWS, GCP, and Azure.
  • Experience with scripting using Perl, Python, ruby, bash, C/C++, C#, or Java.
  • Experience with security assessment tools like Nessus, OpenVAS, Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, Cobalt Strike, and Bloodhound.
  • Knowledge of application, database, and web server design and implementation.
  • Knowledge of network vulnerability assessments, web and cloud application security testing, and security operations.
  • Ability to read and use the results of mobile code, malicious code, and anti-virus software.
  • Ability to scope new opportunities with prospective clients.
  • Knowledge of computer forensic tools, technologies, and methods.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

FAQs

What is the last date for applying to the job?

The deadline to apply for Full-Time Principal Consultant, Offensive Security - Remote at Palo Alto Networks is 7th of August 2025 . We consider jobs older than one month to have expired.

Which countries are accepted for this remote job?

This job accepts [ Austin, TX ] applicants. .

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