Job Description

Company Description
Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks, we're united by a shared mission-to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you're in the right place.
Who We Are
We believe collaboration thrives in person. That's why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it's needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary
The Senior Consultant on the Offensive Security team is focused on assessing and challenging the security posture across a comprehensive portfolio of clients. The individual will utilize a variety of tools and act as a key team member in client engagements. They will be the client's advocate for cybersecurity best practices, providing strong recommendations and ensuring alignment with their security goals, demonstrating accountability for the outcomes.
Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive penetration tests (network, web application, cloud, mobile) to identify and exploit vulnerabilities, providing practical solutions to mitigate risks.
• Develop and maintain custom scripts, tools, and methodologies to automate and streamline offensive security engagements, focusing on simplifying complex processes.
• Create and deliver detailed engagement reports that clearly communicate testing methodologies, findings, and actionable remediation recommendations for both technical and executive audiences.
• Proactively collaborate with clients to scope engagements, clearly articulating various penetration testing approaches and ensuring alignment on objectives and deliverables.
• Perform threat hunting and compromise assessments to identify active or dormant indicators of compromise (IoCs) using advanced security tooling.
• Conduct cyber risk assessments using industry frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Top 20 to provide clients with a clear view of their security posture.
• Challenge security standards curiously and positively by providing clients with specific, forward-looking recommendations to protect sensitive data and enhance their incident response capabilities.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or equivalent professional experience.
• 4+ years of professional experience in information security, with a focus on penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, or red teaming.
• Hands-on experience with security assessment tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, Nessus, or Cobalt Strike.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming with at least one language (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, Ruby).
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, modern operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry-recognized certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, GWAPT, or GXPN.
• Experience developing custom exploits and tools, demonstrating an ability to move beyond reliance on automated frameworks.
• Knowledge of open security standards and projects, including OWASP and the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Experience with public speaking, conference presentations, or publications within the cybersecurity community.

Additional Information
The Team
Unit 42 Consulting is Palo Alto Network's security advisory team. Our vision is to create a more secure digital world by providing the highest quality incident response, risk management, and digital forensic services to clients of all sizes. Our team comprises recognized experts and incident responders with deep technical expertise and experience in investigations, data breach response, digital forensics, and information security. With a highly successful track record of delivering mission-critical cybersecurity solutions, we are experienced in working quickly to provide effective incident response, attack readiness, and remediation plans with a focus on providing long-term support to improve our clients' security posture.
Our Commitment
We're problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at .
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
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