Penetration Tester

Software Secured; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Ottawa is seeking an Intermediate Pentester to secure mission-critical applications. The role includes performing security tests and code reviews. Strong software development skills in languages like Python or Java are essential. The position offers a competitive salary of CAD 95,000 - 125,000 and various perks, including remote work flexibility and a health benefits package.

Benefits

Monthly UberEats budget

Annual home office stipend

3 weeks of vacation

Yearly profit-sharing

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of performing application, mobile, or desktop penetration testing.
• Strong software development background in one or more of Python, .NET, Ruby or Java.
• Expert with OWASP Top 10 and can explain them easily.

Responsibilities

• Help clients secure their mission-critical applications.
• Perform security code review, web, mobile, and network security tests.
• Assist with security design reviews, threat modelling, and remediation strategies.

Skills

Application security testing

Mobile penetration testing

Network security testing

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Python

.NET

Ruby

Java

Job description

Overview

Software Secured is a leading Penetration Testing as a Service company, with a head office in Ottawa, Canada. We help software development teams get ahead of hackers using a suite of services and products.

Our team of pentesters is seeking an intermediate pentester to join us and help secure a few hundred additional applications.

Responsibilities

As an Intermediate Pentester at Software Secured, you will have the opportunity to help our clients secure their mission-critical applications. This includes performing security code review, web, mobile, and network security tests. Help clients with security design reviews, threat modelling, and remediation strategies.

What we are looking for

• At least 4 years of performing application, mobile, or desktop penetration testing.
• Strong software development background in one or more of Python, .NET, Ruby or Java.
• Bonus points for an OSCP or GWAPT.
• Expert with OWASP Top 10 and can explain them easily.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• This job is available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or work visa holders.

Nice to Haves

• Open-source contributions
• Public speaking experience
• Performing training in a professional capacity
• Teaching experience, preferably in security or CS topics
• You have participated in CTFs (Capture the Flag) in a competitive manner.

What we are offering

Competitive base salary - $95,000 - $125,000 CAD

Work remotely anywhere in Canada (you're welcome to work in the Ottawa office when you'd like the option).

Work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 2 months per year.

Yearly profit-sharing between 7 - 12% of your base salary, based on your performance.

Perks such as: monthly UberEats budget, annual home office stipend.

3 weeks of vacation to start. Additionally, the whole company is off for the week between Christmas and the New Year.

Parental, bereavement and child loss leave.

You will receive a great health benefits package (includes dental, vision, practitioners, etc.).