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Penetration Testing

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As a Penetration Tester, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality security assessments for our clients, identifying security vulnerabilities and producing clear, actionable remediation guidance.

Requirements

  • Conduct manual penetration testing against web applications, mobile applications, APIs, infrastructure and cloud environments.
  • Configure and operate penetration testing tools and scripts to identify vulnerabilities and validate exploitability.
  • Document security findings and produce clear, high-quality reports including detailed remediation guidance.
  • Develop proof-of-concept exploits demonstrating the real-world impact of vulnerabilities.
  • Participate in client calls including kickoff meetings, technical walkthroughs and remediation discussions.
  • Collaborate with project managers and testers to ensure engagements are delivered on time and at a high level of quality.
  • Perform internal QA reviews of penetration testing deliverables when required.
  • Support vulnerability retesting to validate remediation efforts.
  • Contribute to improvement of internal tools, methodologies and testing frameworks.
  • Mentor junior testers and provide technical guidance when applicable.
  • Participate in knowledge sharing activities such as internal training, presentations or research initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of networks, operating systems and web/mobile application architectures.
  • Familiarity with common vulnerabilities including XSS, SQL Injection, XXE, Deserialization, Path Traversal, SSRF, RCE and authentication flaws.
  • Experience testing web/mobile applications and APIs (REST, SOAP, graphQL).
  • Familiarity with common penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite, Nessus, nmap.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell or Perl.
  • Ability to design and document practical remediation guidance for vulnerabilities.
  • Strong technical writing skills with the ability to translate technical issues into business risk.
  • Experience working with Linux and Windows environments.
  • Understanding of penetration testing methodologies such as OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, OSSTMM and NIST frameworks.
  • Ability to work independently and manage testing tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Strong communication skills with clients and internal teams.
  • Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Familiarity with office tools such as Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Visa Sponsorship

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