Security Researcher I

Rapid7 · Boston, MA

Compensation

$70k–$90kper year

$70k$90k

Entry Level

RemoteFull-timeOffensive Security

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Plain English

What is Pen Testing?

Companies hire you to hack their own systems before real hackers do.

This role is for you if you love puzzles and creative problem-solving.

📋About the Role

Research software and hardware vulnerabilities, contribute to CVE disclosures, and develop proof-of-concept exploits for internal testing and client engagements. Contribute to public research publications.

Exploit DevelopmentCVE ResearchReverse EngineeringAssembly

Your roadmap to get this job

Most people finish in 10–18 weeks from zero.

Foundation

4–6 wks

▸CompTIA Security+

▸Networking basics

▸Practice lab

Build Skills

4–8 wks

▸Hands-on labs

▸Build projects

▸Document learning

Get Hired

2–4 wks

▸Resume polish

▸Apply strategically

▸Interview prep

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