Senior Principal, AI Testing & Development in Chicago, Illinois at Coalfire Systems

Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and ultimately help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. We are headquartered in Chicago, Illinois with offices across the U.S. and U.K., and we support clients around the world.

But thats not who we are thats just what we do.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.

DivisionHex is one of the most respected offensive security practices in the industry, and we are investing heavily in the next generation of capabilities our hackers will use to outpace adversaries. We are hiring a Senior Principal who is equal parts elite operator and elite builder — someone who can execute on the most complex offensive engagements against the most security-mature organizations in the world AND design the AI-powered platforms, agentic systems, and automation that let our hackers operate at a scale and speed previously not possible.

This is a deeply hands-on senior individual contributor role with practice-wide influence. You will set the technical direction for how DivisionHex incorporates AI into application, network, and adversary services — both as a force multiplier for our operators and as a new domain we test on behalf of clients. The platforms you build will run on real engagements, and the engagements you lead will sharpen the platforms.

The Senior Principal, AI Testing and Development is one of the most senior technical voices in DivisionHex. The systems you build help our hackers identify and mitigate gaps in detection and response, surface novel vulnerabilities and misconfigurations that lead to further compromise, and emulate real-world threat actor TTPs at speeds previously unseen. You will play a critical role in shaping our offensive security strategy and ensuring DivisionHex is recognized as one of the leading offensive security teams in the industry.

The salary range listed is a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role based on national salary averages. The actual salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, geographic location, training, licensure and certifications and other factors. You may also be eligible to participate in annual incentive, commission, and/or recognition programs.

At Coalfire, youll find the support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In many cases, we provide a flexible work model that empowers you to choose when and where youll work most effectively whether youre at home or an office.

Regardless of location, youll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. Youll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more. And youll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support membership, and comprehensive insurance options.

At Coalfire, equal opportunity and pay equity is integral to the way we do business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Coalfire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our Human Resources team at HumanResourcesMB@coalfire.com.