--- title: 'Hacker at Knight Division Tactical' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/hacker-knight-division-tactical-global-zhyzbcy2m09z' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-10' --- # Hacker at Knight Division Tactical - **Company:** Knight Division Tactical - **Location:** Global - **Posted:** 2026-01-28 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/knightdivisiontactical/jobs/5100431008 ## Job description Hacker Position Overview Knight Division Tactical is seeking a disciplined and technically capable Hacker to support offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations. This role focuses on penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, network exploitation, and security research to protect KDT's systems and support mission-critical cyber operations. The Hacker works closely with operations, intelligence, and technical teams to identify vulnerabilities, simulate adversary tactics, and strengthen KDT's overall security posture. ## Key Responsibilities - Conduct penetration testing and red team assessments - Identify and exploit vulnerabilities in networks, systems, and applications - Perform security research and threat analysis - Develop and maintain offensive security tools and techniques - Document findings and provide remediation recommendations - Support incident response and threat hunting operations Required Qualifications - Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and security concepts - Experience with penetration testing tools (Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, etc.) - Knowledge of web application security (OWASP Top 10) - Ability to work under pressure in high-stakes environments - Strong written and verbal communication skills ## About Knight Division Tactical ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Knight Division Tactical (KDT) provides private security and private military contracting services for government, corporate, and residential clients, with a focus on high-risk environments and tactical excellence. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Sheridan, Wyoming, United States (also an office in Stanford, Indiana) - **Founded**: 2023 - **Founders**: Matthew McCalla and Michael Schulz ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Security Guards and Patrol Services, Private Military Contracting - Target customers: Government agencies (Forest Service, DOD, DHS, FEMA), corporations, residential communities, event organizers - Mission or purpose statement: "Our commitment to excellence in the Private Security Contracting industry sets us apart as the epitome of precision and reliability." ## Products & Services - **Armed & Unarmed Security Guards**: Trained personnel for static and roving patrols, 24/7 monitoring, and de-escalation techniques. Armed guards are licensed and undergo extensive training. - **Event Security**: Customized security for concerts, festivals, trade shows, corporate events, and private parties. - **Government Contracting**: Services for Forest Service, DOD, DHS, FEMA, including hostage rescue, maritime security, and disaster response (e.g., SAR missions). - **Executive Protection**: High-level protection for individuals. - **Residential Security**: Security for gated communities, apartment complexes, and individual homes. - **VOC (Virtual Operations Command)**: A technology platform offering global intelligence and community access (two subscription tiers: Contractor and presumably a standard tier). - **KDT Training**: Training programs for individuals who do not meet Tier 1/2 standards. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company) - **Key Metric**: Total Funding – Not disclosed; LinkedIn reports 7 employees as of mid-2026 (+50% YoY growth) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed; clients include U.S. government agencies - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount grew from ~4 to 7 employees in one year (+50%). - Active hiring for Base Manager roles in Bogota and Cartagena, Colombia (May 2026). - Launching VOC technology platform. - High LinkedIn follower growth (+586% year-over-year, 1,194 followers). - Recent SAR mission in Texas (July 2025). ## Competitive Advantages - **Compensation**: "Exceptionally competitive rate that stands unmatched in the industry" – contractors are offered $400/day + $0.70/mile for temporary unarmed positions. - **Tactical Prowess**: Guards are trained to standards "on par with the highest military order"; emphasis on Tier 1/Tier 2 combat experience. - **Code of Virtues**: A set of principles that all team members commit to, ensuring a cohesive, principled approach. - **End-to-End Service**: Single point of contact from planning to execution, with clear agreements. ## Strategic Focus - **International Expansion**: Hiring Base Managers in Colombia suggests expansion into Latin America. - **Technology Integration**: Release of VOC platform to provide global intel and community access. - **High-Value Contracts**: Seeking Account Executives to win contracts with the goal of making them "millionaires within their first year." - **Compliance & Upgrades**: Recent LinkedIn post (Sep 2025) mentions "more developed compliance" and upgraded operations. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as "steeped in the aesthetics of a clandestine agent from the highest echelons of the military" – a blend of sophistication and tactical prowess. High expectations of excellence. - **Compensation**: Very competitive contractor rates; potential for high earnings in sales roles. - **Work Environment**: Emphasis on physical fitness (PT test required: 2-mile run in 17 min, 10 pull-ups, 30 hand-release push-ups). Remote/hybrid policy not specified, but roles like Base Manager in Colombia imply on-site presence. - **Notable Perks**: "Fair compensation," "unmatched" rates, and the opportunity to work on high-stakes missions. - **Engineering/Operations Culture**: Small team (7 employees) with a flat structure; opportunities to take on significant responsibility early. ## Sources 1. [Knight Division Tactical Website](https://knightdivisiontactical.com/) 2. [Knight Division Tactical About Page](https://knightdivisiontactical.com/about) 3. [Knight Division Tactical Careers Page (Greenhouse)](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/knightdivisiontactical) 4. 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