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Cyber Threat Emulation Operator, Senior
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What they do
A Vulnerability Analyst or Penetration Tester probes for and exploits security vulnerabilities in web-based applications, networks and systems. Penetration Tests are designed to achieve a specific, attacker-simulated goal and should be requested by customers who are already at their desired security posture. A typical goal could be to access the contents of the prized customer database on the internal network, or to modify a record in an HR system. Vulnerability Assessments are designed to yield a prioritized list of vulnerabilities and are generally for clients who already understand they are not where they want to be in terms of security. The customer already knows they have issues and simply need help identifying and prioritizing them.
$116,062 / year median in Texas
+6% projected growth
Job Description
OPT, F-1
CPT, 'job flexibility benefits' [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future. Who we're looking for Toyota Financial Services (TFS) Information Security is seeking a passionate and highly motivated Cyber Threat Emulation Senior Operator to build the next generation of threat emulation capabilities for a global enterprise. This is a hands-on technical opportunity for an experienced offensive security practitioner who wants to develop new capabilities, not simply operate an existing red team program. You will execute sophisticated adversary simulations while building AI-assisted and agentic tooling that changes how offensive security testing is performed. You will have the opportunity to experiment with emerging attack techniques, develop custom tooling, orchestrate multi-stage attack workflows, and apply artificial intelligence to increase the speed, adaptability, and scale of threat emulation. This role will contribute to the TFS threat emulation capability while remaining close to the keyboard. Working across the global TFS Group companies, you will touch complex enterprise, cloud, identity, application, and AI-enabled environments, to challenge real security controls and work directly with defenders to measurably improve them. This role is suited to an operator who enjoys researching emerging tradecraft, building tools, testing ideas in realistic environments, and turning successful prototypes into repeatable offensive security capabilities. What you'll be doing Execute end-to-end red team and control test engagements that reproduce realistic adversary behaviors across identity, endpoint, network, application, cloud, container, and AI-enabled environments. Develop custom offensive security tooling and reusable attack capabilities rather than relying exclusively on commercial testing platforms. Build AI-assisted and agentic workflows for reconnaissance, attack-path discovery, campaign planning, vulnerability analysis, payload development, control validation, and post-exploitation emulation. Leverage and tune multi-agent systems capable of adapting attack-paths, interpreting results, and coordinating multi-stage adversary simulations at speed and scale. Integrate large language models with internal telemetry and threat intelligence to prioritize and drive offensive security workflows. Test AI-enabled applications and agentic systems, including model interfaces, retrieval pipelines, tool integrations, authorization boundaries, data flows, and indirect prompt-injection paths. Work directly with SOC analysts, detection engineers, incident responders, and threat intelligence analysts to break, tune, retest, and improve security controls through purple team exercises. Stay current on global cyber trends and attack techniques. Propose new research directions by applying relevant insights to the Toyota environment. Mentor other offensive security practitioners while remaining actively involved in research, tooling development, and engagement execution. What you bring Extensive experience in red teaming, adversary simulation, penetration testing, or offensive security. Demonstrated ability to conduct end-to-end security engagements in an enterprise environment. Strong knowledge of modern attack techniques across identity, endpoints, networks, cloud platforms, applications, AI, and security infrastructure. Hands-on experience developing offensive security tooling, automation, or agentic workflows. Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Sound judgment, integrity, and familiarity with the governance and operational safeguards required when conducting offensive security activity. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience Added bonus if you have Relevant security certification (CRTO, OSCP, OSWE, CISSP) Familiarity with security frameworks for attack (MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain), threat modeling (STRIDE, CVSS), and guidance (NIST, PCI). Understanding of regulatory issuances, such as CFPB, GLBA and SOX, and their applicability to technologies, applications and privacy laws (GDPR & CCPA) and other legal and compliance privacy and information security requirements. Advanced degree with a concentration in an IT related area. What we'll bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities.A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
- Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
- Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
- Relocation assistance (if applicable) Belonging at Toyota Our success begins and ends with our people.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans