Offensive Security Engineer II

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

At Finance of America, we help homeowners unlock the joy that comes from realizing the full potential of their retirement. Many people have significant wealth tied up in their homes and want to use it meaningfully in their next chapter. Our unique range of reverse mortgages allow homeowners 55+ to access that wealth while maintaining control over their home and financial future. With options tailored to their unique goals, we provide the financial flexibility they need to move forward with confidence.

Finance of America is guided by five values : We are customer obsessed, they are why we exist. We raise the bar. We take extreme ownership. We practice genuine collaboration. And we unleash our excellence. Together we are actualizing our vision to be the most beloved brand for homeowners in their next chapter.

To learn more about us, visit www.financeofamerica.com

Purpose of Role

Responsible for application security testing, adversary simulation, and cloud security research with a strong emphasis on adaptability and security. Researches new threat scenarios and works alongside the blue teams to validate defenses.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations

• Conducts penetration tests and threat simulations across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments (AWS and Azure).
• Performs application security reviews, including secure code review and SAST / DAST configuration in CI / CD pipelines.
• Supports red and purple team exercises, using tactics aligned with the MITRE ATT&CK framework, to measure and improve SOC readiness.
• Researches and tests emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and exploitation techniques, including those targeting cloud and AI / ML applications.
• Partners with development, cloud, and SOC teams to communicate risks and recommend practical remediation strategies.
• Creates or adapts custom offensive tools and scripts to support testing scenarios.
• Documents and clearly communicates technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Conducts security research and attends trainings, conferences, and capture-the-flag (CTF) events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports To

Qualifications - Experience / Skills / Competencies

Qualifications - Education - Required

Qualifications - Education - Field(s) / Profession(s)

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is ($85,300 - $142,100) inclusive of all geographical differences in the labor market. The base salary for the position will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s work location, skills, education, and experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members in determining any final offer. We offer a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time-off benefits, flexible spending account, 401(k) with employer match, and ESPP.

Additional Information

The application deadline for this job opportunity is 11 / 3 / 2025.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Finance of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and / or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.