Security Researcher (Active Directory)

TL;DR

Security Researcher (Active Directory): Conducting hands-on research into identity security, identifying misconfigurations, and developing proof-of-concept exploits with an accent on Active Directory and Entra ID. Focus on building testing methodologies, automating analysis with AI, and contributing technical findings to the security community.

Location: Must be based in the United States

Company

hirify.global is a global provider of data security solutions focused on identity-centric visibility and control for over 13,500 organizations worldwide.

What you will do

• Conduct hands-on research into Active Directory, Windows, and Entra ID to identify security vulnerabilities and attack paths.
• Build and validate proof-of-concept exploits and testing methodologies.
• Leverage AI tools to automate repetitive analysis and accelerate research prototyping.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to translate research findings into product improvements.
• Contribute technical write-ups to the hirify.global Blog and Attack Catalog.
• Maintain and contribute to open-source security tools on GitHub.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States
• 1 to 3 years of experience in security research, red teaming, or penetration testing.
• Strong foundation in Active Directory, Entra ID, or related identity platforms.
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language such as C#, PowerShell, or Python.
• Ability to break down unfamiliar systems into testable hypotheses.
• English: Good verbal and written communication skills required

Nice to have

• Experience with hybrid identity security concepts and authentication protocols like Kerberos, NTLM, or OAuth.
• Prior contributions to open-source security tooling.
• Interest in public speaking and presenting technical research at industry conferences.
• Experience building custom tools or scripts to solve security problems.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive health benefits package.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, remote-first work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Regular company town halls and transparent communication.
• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.