Merk

Role Description We are excited to be a sponsor of Hiring our Heroes and proud to offer transitioning service members a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience through our 12-week fellowship program. During your fellowship with our company, you will have the chance to collaborate with our Veterans Leadership Network and receive support from various stakeholders within the organization. To ensure your success, each fellow is paired with a buddy who will provide guidance, mentorship, and different perspectives. Additionally, you will have access to a career development advisor who will offer support and guidance in managing your career. As a fellow, you will be part of a Cohort consisting of other transitioning service members. This will enable you to engage in weekly touchpoints, attend educational sessions, and receive direction from our Veteran Talent Program Lead throughout the Fellowship. Our primary objective is to provide you with mentoring, networking opportunities, and exposure to help facilitate a successful transition into a full-time position within our company. Offensive Security Operations (OSO) is a global function responsible for validating the effectiveness of enterprise security controls through adversary emulation and red team engagements. The team focuses on identifying real-world attack paths across enterprise, cloud, and operational environments to measure risk exposure and strengthen defensive capabilities. Fellows will work alongside OSO team members to support the planning and coordination of red team and adversary emulation activities. This includes: - Tracking engagement timelines - Supporting execution logistics - Helping develop reporting outputs that clearly communicate risk to stakeholders Fellows will participate in team meetings and complete internal training to build an understanding of how offensive security assessments are planned, executed, and delivered. The role involves working across multiple teams, including cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, and operational technology groups, to support engagement objectives. Fellows may interact with both internal stakeholders and partner teams to help coordinate activities and ensure successful execution of engagements. They will gain exposure to project management tools and processes used to track activities, manage dependencies, and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. You will be part of a diverse, cross-functional team focused on identifying and validating enterprise risk through real-world attack simulation. The fellowship includes progressive, hands-on training and project-based assignments under the direction of red team leadership, providing practical experience in both offensive security operations and program execution. Your Fellowship Project You will partner with Offensive Security Operations (OSO) team members to learn core tools, processes, and methodologies used to plan, execute, and deliver adversary emulation and red team engagements. You will support project execution activities that are critical to validating enterprise security controls and identifying real-world risk exposure. The fellowship intends to: - Develop an understanding of adversary emulation and red team methodologies - Develop an understanding of attack frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK) and how they are applied to simulate real-world threats - Develop an understanding of tools, platforms, and environments used to conduct offensive security operations - Participate in project planning, execution tracking, and reporting activities to support red team engagements - Engage with cross-functional teams (security, infrastructure, cloud, OT, and application teams) to understand enterprise attack surfaces and risk Benefits - Mentoring and networking opportunities within Offensive Security Operations and broader cybersecurity teams - Exposure to senior leadership across cybersecurity, risk management, and enterprise technology - Hands-on experience supporting red team and adversary emulation engagements - Development of project management, risk analysis, and communication skills in a high-impact security environment Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience (military, technical, or professional background strongly valued) - Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) - Project management, organization, and coordination skills - Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple deliverables - Experience working in a results-driven environment - Strategic and critical thinking capabilities - Experience working across cross-functional teams - Interest in cybersecurity, technology, or offensive security operations - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) Requirements - This posting is for the Hiring Our Heroes, Corporate Fellowship 2026 - Cohort 3. Candidates must be transitioning service member fellows who will complete the program within the last 180 days of transition from military service. - The fellowship will be 12 weeks long. Primary Work Site/Schedule - On-site work locations: Remote - Monday-Friday (Core hours: 8:30am – 4:00 pm, flexible start and stop)