Senior Security Consultant (Network Penetration Tester)

NetSPI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Security Consultant specializing in network penetration testing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. The role involves conducting tests, delivering reports, and collaborating on security strategies. This full-time position requires up to 25% travel, and offers an innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in penetration testing, including network, web or mobile application testing.
• Experience with offensive toolkits used for penetration testing.
• Up to 25% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Perform external, internal, and wireless network penetration tests.
• Create and deliver penetration test reports to clients.
• Collaborate with clients on remediation strategies.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Network penetration testing

Offensive toolkits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

Overview

Senior Security Consultant (Network Penetration Tester) role at NetSPI. NetSPI is an award-winning pioneer of Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) with its AI-powered platform supported by more than 350 in-house cybersecurity experts.

Specializing in 50+ pentest types, attack surface visibility, vulnerability prioritization, and attack simulation, NetSPI delivers security testing with clarity, speed, and scale. We are seeking individuals with a collaborative, innovative, and customer-first mindset to join our team.

Applicants are expected to leverage strong problem-solving skills, lead, collaborate, and innovate to deliver high-quality exercises and exceptional experiences for our customers.

Learn more about our award-winning workplace culture and the A-Team at www.netspi.com / careers.

Responsibilities

• Perform external, internal, and wireless network penetration tests
• Create and deliver penetration test reports to clients
• Collaborate with clients to create remediation strategies that will help improve their security posture
• Research and develop innovative techniques, tools, and methodologies for penetration testing services
• Participate in the ongoing development / enhancement of NetSPI services and processes, in addition to thought leadership (via blogs, presentations, white papers, webinars, podcast, vlogs and tweets)
• Provide pre-sales support by assisting with scoping prospective engagements
• Act as a resource for internal team members as it relates to in-depth technical questions or best practices
• Responsible for QA activities in assigned service lines
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, IT, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered
• 3-5 years of experience in penetration testing, including network, web or mobile application testing
• Experience with offensive toolkits used for network and application penetration testing
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of Linux and / or Windows administration
• Up to 25% travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming experience in one or more of the following languages : Ruby, Python, Perl, C, C++, Java, and C#
• GXPN, GPEN, OSCP, CISSP, GWAPT or similar certifications

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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries : Computer and Network Security

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