Principal Offensive Security Researcher
Core
Lead advanced penetration testing, red team operations, and security research against Salesforce's cloud infrastructure, applications, and services to uncover critical vulnerabilities. (via careerplan.io/jobs/JR360843-principal-offensive-security-researcher-at-salesforce)
Role type
Principal Offensive Security Researcher (hands-on IC)
Builds
Custom tools, exploits, and attack techniques that simulate real-world adversaries
Domain
Cloud security, application security, offensive security research
Required skills
Penetration testing, red teaming, application security research, vulnerability discovery, Python, Go, Bash, PowerShell, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP, CWE
Preferred skills
Cloud security (AWS, GCP, Azure), containerized environments (Kubernetes, Docker), CVE discovery, CI/CD and supply chain security, security community engagement (bug bounties, CTFs)
Technologies
Python, Go, Bash, PowerShell, AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker
Responsibilities
Lead advanced penetration testing and red team operations; Build custom tools and exploits; Partner with product teams to translate findings into remediation; Mentor team members and present findings to technical and executive audiences
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship
