How to spot fake security job offers

Fake job offers are a well-worn way to steal money, identity documents and corporate credentials. Security people are not immune: attackers know defenders are curious and keen on new roles.

Warning signs

• You are asked to pay for equipment, training or a background check up front.
• The interview happens only over chat, or the offer arrives before any real interview.
• You are asked for your bank details, passport or Social Security number before a written offer.
• The recruiter writes from a free email address or a domain that only resembles the employer's.
• You are sent a file or a "skills test" to run on your own machine.

What BlueTeamJobs does

• Most jobs come directly from the employer's own applicant tracking system.
• Every job posted by an employer is reviewed before it goes live.
• Apply buttons send you to the employer's site; we never collect applications or documents.
• BlueTeamJobs never charges job seekers anything.

If something looks wrong

Stop replying, do not send money or documents, and check the role on the employer's own careers page. Pleasetell us about any suspicious listing so we can remove it.