[Remote] Service Owner, Cybersecurity Operations (Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellow) – Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Merck is a leading pharmaceutical company offering a unique opportunity for transitioning service members through their 12-week Cybersecurity Operations Fellowship. The role involves collaborating with the Offensive Security Operations team to support red team engagements, project management, and risk analysis in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesSupport the planning and coordination of red team and adversary emulation activitiesTrack engagement timelines and support execution logisticsHelp develop reporting outputs that clearly communicate risk to stakeholdersParticipate in team meetings and complete internal training to build an understanding of how offensive security assessments are planned, executed, and deliveredWork across multiple teams, including cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, and operational technology groups, to support engagement objectivesInteract with both internal stakeholders and partner teams to help coordinate activities and ensure successful execution of engagementsGain exposure to project management tools and processes used to track activities, manage dependencies, and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced, results-driven environmentLearn core tools, processes, and methodologies used to plan, execute, and deliver adversary emulation and red team engagementsSupport project execution activities that are critical to validating enterprise security controls and identifying real-world risk exposureEngage with cross-functional teams (security, infrastructure, cloud, OT, and application teams) to understand enterprise attack surfaces and riskSkillsBachelor'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 skillsAbility to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple deliverablesExperience working in a results-driven environmentStrategic and critical thinking capabilitiesExperience working across cross-functional teamsInterest in cybersecurity, technology, or offensive security operationsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)Candidates must be transitioning service member fellows who will complete the program within the last 180 days of transition from military serviceBenefitsMentoring and networking opportunities within Offensive Security Operations and broader cybersecurity teamsExposure to senior leadership across cybersecurity, risk management, and enterprise technologyHands-on experience supporting red team and adversary emulation engagementsDevelopment of project management, risk analysis, and communication skills in a high-impact security environmentCompany OverviewMerck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.merck.com.