Experience: 7+ years in Information Security, with 34+ years as a Penetration Tester, Red Teamer, or AppSec Engineer; hands-on ability to perform attacks like SQL injection or compromise Active Directory.
Application Security Fluency: Deep understanding of modern application stacks, including API security, microservices, and CI/CD pipelines.
Scripting & Automation: Proficient in Python, Go, or Bash for automating testing and security tools.
Leadership & Risk Communication: Ability to explain technical risks (e.g., XSS) in business terms to Product Managers or stakeholders.
Legal & Ethics Knowledge: Understanding of legal boundaries for ethical hacking (e.g., CFAA, safe harbor clauses).
