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Security Consultant II (Web Application Penetration Tester)

NetSPI is a proactive security solution provider, offering penetration testing, attack surface management, and breach and attack simulation to help businesses discover, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities.

NetSPI

Employee count: 501-1000

Canada only

*This is a remote position, and candidates must be located in Ontario, CA

NetSPI is the proactive security solution used to discover, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities of the highest importance, so businesses can protect what matters most. NetSPI secures the most trusted brands on Earth through Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS), External Attack Surface Management (EASM), Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM), and Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS). Leveraging a unique combination of dedicated security experts, intelligent process, and advanced technology, NetSPI brings a proactive approach to cybersecurity with more clarity, speed, and scale than ever before.

NetSPI is on an exciting growth journey as we disrupt and improve the proactive security market. We are looking for individuals with a collaborative, innovative, and customer-first mindset to join our team. Learn more about our award-winning workplace culture and get to know our A-Team at www.netspi.com/careers.

Join the mission as a Security Consultant II. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Penetration Tester to conduct thorough security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and provide expert recommendations to strengthen our clients' security posture. As a Penetration Tester supporting web applications, you will work closely with clients to deliver clear, actionable reports and contribute to the development of security best practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct penetration testing engagements on web applications and underlying APIs.
  • Create, deliver, and collaborate on penetration testing reports in diverse client environments, maintaining client-specific processes, reporting standards, and access protocols to help improve their security posture.
  • Research and develop innovative techniques, tools, and methodologies for penetration testing services, alongside commitment to improvement and execution on NetSPI specific products and processes
  • Perform administrative tasks related to day-to-day consulting activities to ensure smooth business and engagement operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher required, with a concentration in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or IT preferred, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in application penetration testing
  • Familiarity with offensive tools, based on applicable skillset (e.g., Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus)
  • Familiarity with offensive and defensive IT concepts and protocols
  • Extensive understanding of the OWASP Top 10 and various security frameworks.
  • Working knowledge of Windows, Linux and MacOS operating systems internals
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Willingness to travel up to 5-10%
  • This position requires an 8-hour workday, with occasional evenings or weekends necessary to meet project deadlines or critical needs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience mentoring or coaching to growing team members, while sharing knowledge externally through blogs, hosting webinars, or presenting at conferences
  • Experience in one or more of the following programming or scripting languages (e.g., Ruby, Python, Perl, C, C++, Java, and C#)
  • Offensive cybersecurity certifications (e.g., GXPN, GPEN, OSCP, CISSP, GWAPT)

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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At NetSPI, we are at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, dedicated to revolutionizing how organizations approach proactive security. Through groundbreaking technology and human ingenuity, we empower businesses to discover, prioritize, and remediate their most critical security vulnerabilities with unparalleled clarity, speed, and scale. Our comprehensive suite of solutions, including Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS), Attack Surface Management (ASM), and Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS), are seamlessly integrated into The NetSPI Platform. This unified platform provides a holistic view of an organization's security posture, enabling security teams to move beyond reactive measures and adopt a truly proactive stance against evolving cyber threats.

NetSPI's commitment to innovation is exemplified by our continuous development of advanced security solutions, such as our AI/ML Penetration Testing and Software as a Service (SaaS) Security Assessment offerings. We leverage the deep expertise of our more than 300 in-house global pentesters, who have conducted over 21,000 engagements and identified millions of vulnerabilities for the world's most prominent organizations. This extensive experience, combined with our intelligent processes and advanced technology, allows us to deliver high-impact results and actionable recommendations tailored to each client's unique business needs. We are constantly pushing the boundaries of AI-driven security, as demonstrated by our LLM Benchmarking and Jailbreaking Services, designed to fortify organizations against sophisticated cyber threats. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, exemplified by initiatives like NetSPI University, we ensure our team remains at the cutting edge of cybersecurity, enabling our clients to protect their priorities, enhance their performance, and innovate with confidence in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

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Flexible Time Off

NetSPI offers flexible time off to its employees.

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NetSPI provides comprehensive benefits to its employees.

Development Opportunities

We encourage and invest in our team to regularly receive training to supplement their skillset — many of our employees also attend and speak at conferences. Lastly, we run NetSPI University, a training program for entry-level cybersecurity talent to develop core pentesting skills.

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