Consultant, Penetration Tester
United StatesFull-TimeMiddle
Salary$64,000 - $117,000 a year
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Job Details
- Experience
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in network and/or application penetration testing; 1–3 years of experience in IT security audit and/or compliance roles; 3 years experience in a consulting or client-facing role.
- Required Skills
- PythonRubyComplianceReporting
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in network and/or application penetration testing
- Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Shell, or Ruby
- Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., PCI, HIPAA, FEDRAMP, HITRUST, or FISMA)
- 1–3 years of experience in IT security audit and/or compliance roles
- Strong technical foundation in networks, servers, workstations, and applications
- Experience working in a consulting or client-facing role (minimum 3 years)
- Strong communication and presentation skills
Responsibilities
- Perform security assessments across various platforms and technologies
- Simulate sophisticated cyberattacks to assess and improve client defenses
- Advise clients on technical security and compliance best practices
- Manage your own testing priorities and deliver high-quality work on time
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional client service
- Create and maintain testing methodologies, documentation, and processes
- Write detailed, high-quality reports for both technical and executive stakeholders
- Scope and lead penetration testing engagements from start to finish
- Help resolve escalations during active assessments
- Mentor junior team members
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