Cybersecurity Engineer - Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS)

Cybersecurity Engineer - Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS)

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Cybersecurity Engineer - Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS)

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Regular or Temporary :

Regular

Language Fluency : English (Required)

Work Shift :

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description :

The Cybersecurity Engineer (Breach and Attack Simulation) supports the design, execution, and maintenance of security validation capabilities that strengthen the firm's defenses. This entry-level role assists in operating BAS / Continuous Security Validation (CSV) tools, performing security testing, and analyzing results to identify control gaps and vulnerabilities. Working under senior engineers and managers, the engineer contributes to integrating BAS capabilities into the enterprise security environment, helping improve detection, response, and overall cyber resilience.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Support BAS Operations : Assist in setting up, executing, and monitoring BAS / CSV attack simulations that emulate adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Assist in Result Analysis : Help review BAS results to identify potential vulnerabilities, detection gaps, and opportunities for improving security controls.
• Contribute to Documentation : Maintain accurate records of BAS scenarios, procedures, and outcomes; assist in preparing reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Tool and System Integration : Work with senior engineers to integrate BAS platforms with enterprise security tools such as SIEM, EDR, and SOAR.
• Collaboration and Learning : Partner with red, blue, and purple teams to understand simulation outcomes, strengthen alerts / rules, and expand knowledge of detection engineering.
• Threat Intelligence Application : Leverage threat intelligence provided by senior staff to help inform test scenarios and understand emerging attack trends.
• Vulnerability Management Support : Participate in identifying and tracking vulnerabilities highlighted through BAS and other testing.
• Project Participation : Contribute to security validation initiatives and play supporting roles in larger, more complex projects.
• Continuous Development : Engage in learning activities to expand knowledge of BAS, cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK), and automation / scripting in support of security operations.

Required Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Qualifications :

Other Job Requirements / Working Conditions

Sitting

Constantly (More than 50% of the time)

Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy / fax machines, and printers.

Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager / supervisor and required by business need.

Travel

Minimal and up to 10%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation : All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist's generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist's defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and / or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.

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Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Information Technology

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