AWS Subject Matter Expert (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

AWS Subject Matter Expert (Cybersecurity): Leading the offensive strategy and execution for AWS attack paths within the NodeZero platform with an accent on cloud attacker tradecraft, IAM exploitation, and multi-account compromise scenarios. Focus on researching and weaponizing AWS misconfigurations, partnering with engineering to productize attack content, and serving as the internal authority on cloud security.

Location: Must be based in the US

Salary: $181,000 – $242,000

Company

A fast-growing cybersecurity startup providing autonomous pentesting and assessment operations through the NodeZero platform.

What you will do

• Research, develop, and validate AWS offensive capabilities for the NodeZero platform.
• Weaponize AWS misconfigurations and vulnerabilities into meaningful, production-safe attack scenarios.
• Own the end-to-end AWS offensive methodology from discovery to customer narrative.
• Partner with Attack Engineering and Product teams to translate field learnings into roadmap priorities.
• Serve as the AWS security subject matter expert for customer briefings and internal enablement.
• Mentor teammates to raise the bar for cloud offensive rigor and delivery quality.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in offensive security with deep AWS specialization.
• Strong expertise in AWS security architecture, IAM attack paths, and compute/container attack patterns.
• Proficiency in Python and ability to read/modify offensive tooling in Go, C++, or C#.
• Experience with Git, PR workflows, and infrastructure-as-code patterns like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Proven ability to translate AWS field realities into crisp product requirements.
• Must be based in the US.

Nice to have

• AWS certifications (Security Specialty, Solutions Architect Professional).
• Offensive/cloud certifications (OSCP, OSEP, CCSP, CCSK).
• Public research, blogs, or open-source contributions related to AWS security.
• Experience applying AI/LLM tools to cloud recon or workflow automation.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% remote-first company culture.
• Competitive salary and equity package in the form of stock options.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and families.
• Flexible vacation policy and generous parental leave.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation, ownership, and results.