Web Application Penetration Tester
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Job description
Perform web application, API, and network penetration testing.
Selects, installs, and configures security testing platforms and tools or develop tools and procedures for penetration tests.
Perform application and infrastructure penetration tests, as well as physical security review and social engineering tests.
Conduct hands-on technical testing beyond automated tool validation, including full exploitation and leveraging of access within multiple environments, such as Windows or *nix; conduct scenario-based security testing or red teaming to identify gaps in detection and response capabilities.
Performs Penetration testing using standard penetration tools (Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Burp Suite, etc.)
Search for weaknesses in common software, web applications and propriety systems.
Perform information technology security research to remain current on emerging technology trends and develop exploits for disclosed and undisclosed vulnerabilities.
Establish improvements for existing security services, including hardware, software, policies, and procedures.
Requirements
10+ years of experience performing application penetration testing roles.
Experience in penetration testing large and complex enterprise networks and cloud environments.
Strong knowledge of tools used for wireless, web application, and network security testing.
Well-known vulnerability assessment and penetration testing methodologies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
U.S. Citizenship required and ability to attain a Public Trust clearance., One or more certifications in Web Application Penetration Tester: such as GWAPT, OSCP, GXPN, OSCE, or GPEN, * Penetration testing: 10 years (Preferred)
- web application: 10 years (Preferred)
- Vulnerability assessment: 10 years (Preferred)
Benefits & conditions
Referral program, Professional development assistance, Tuition reimbursement, 401(k), Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Vision insurance Full-time Remote, * 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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