Web Penetration Tester

SecuSolutions Ltd.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work forever

Educational advancement support

Calgary office option

Exposure to diverse technologies

Work with varied clients

Strong team collaboration

Hands-on penetration testing practice

Job summary

SecuSolutions Ltd. in Canada is seeking a Senior Security Consultant / Senior Web Penetration Tester to advance offensive security engagements across diverse environments.

You will perform comprehensive penetration testing of web apps, APIs, networks, and systems, with emphasis on real-world risk mitigation. The role offers remote work indefinitely, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects for government and enterprise clients.

Qualifications

• Non-AI assisted, formal web app development experience will be assessed.
• Candidates must understand offensive security methodologies and testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cyber threats, countermeasures, cloud and app security.
• Conduct comprehensive web app, API, and network penetration testing.
• Identify vulnerabilities and provide remediation guidance.
• Prepare detailed penetration testing reports with executive summaries and risk assessments.

Skills

Strong CS background

Linux and Windows proficiency

Programming languages familiarity

Independent remote work mindset

Education

OSCP / OSEP / GIAC / PNPT / eCCPTv2 / OSWE certification (or equivalent)

Tools

Burp Suite

OWASP ZAP

Metasploit

Job description

Job Description for Senior Security Consultant/Senior Web Penetration Tester

SecuSolutions is in the business of providing essential security solutions that safeguard mission critical infrastructure and data. For more than 21 years, founding members, key staff and management have worked directly in the field of cyber security.We have served Governments, Large Enterprises and Small to Medium Sized Businesses around the globe.

Our Security Professionals hold some of the most esteemed certifications in the industry.

SecuSolutions offers the following services:

• Online Security Training
• Phishing Simulations
• Vulnerability Assessments
• Full Scope Penetration testing
• Web Application Testing with Secure Source Code Review
• USB Drop Simulations
• Security Audits, NIST, ISO SOC 2 readiness

What we can offer you:

• Remote work, forever and always
• Support for advancement of educational goals
• Calgary office location available if desired
• Exposure to a wide array of technologies and fields related to offensive cybersecurity
• Opportunity to work with a variety of technologies in diverse customer environments ranging from mid-sized organizations to large enterprise environments
• A position on our highly experienced close-knit team, where we love helping each other grow
• Real penetration testing experience on diverse customer environments with permissive and carefully applied scoping practices. We take proper scoping very seriously, to ensure that our team can correctly and comfortably carry out the engagements assigned.
• Figured out an optimization or have an idea to improve workflows/add value? We will support and encourage you in the journey to implement it.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain an up to date understanding of cyber security threats, countermeasures, cloud, and application security.
• Stay updated on the latest offensive security tools, and testing techniques.
• Conduct research and implement projects for improvement of offensive security methodology and tools.
• Conduct comprehensive penetration testing of web applications, APIs, network devices, and other systems.
• Identify vulnerabilities, including OWASP Top 10 issues, and provide detailed remediation guidance.
• Collaborate effectively within a team, promoting open communication and teamwork to achieve successful results.
• Perform thorough code audit reviews to detect vulnerabilities, enforce best practices, and improve overall code quality as it concerns security best practices.
• Prepare detailed penetration testing reports that include executive summary, findings, risk assessments, and remediation recommendations.

Professional Qualifications and Expertise – Hard Requirements (Non-negotiable):

• Non-AI assisted, formal web application development experience (will be assessed during interview process). Those whose only web application development experience is “AI-Assisted”, do NOT fill this requirement.
• Strong computer science background and knowledge
• Experience and comfort with Linux and Windows operating systems
• Ability to quickly familiarize with programing languages/frameworks
• One of the following certifications: OSCP, OSEP, GIAC, PNPT, eCCPTv2, OSWA, OSWE. Candidates with a strong development/code review or software engineering background may still apply without certification, and SecuSolutions will support you to acquire an offensive security certificate. The successful acquisition of an appropriate certificate for your job role will be a requirement for continued employment. SecuSolutions will set an appropriate and feasible timeline for acquiring the certification necessary for the job role.

Professional Qualifications and Expertise - preference will be given to candidates who have:

• No degrees necessary, we give priority to candidates with mature skillsets and experience
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the architecture and development principles for web and mobile applications. Preference given to candidates with professional web development experience.
• Familiarity with widely recognized penetration testing standards, methodologies, and frameworks, such as MITRE ATT&CK, PTES, OWASP, CREST, OSSTMM, CWE, CAPEC, CVE, CVSS, NIST, and others.
• Extensive expertise in source code review with a focus on programming languages including Java, C#, C/C++, PHP, Ruby, Python, Go, Swift, Objective-C/C++, Kotlin, and others.
• Proficient in using tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Metasploit, and a wide range of other penetration testing tools.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• Proficiency in scripting languages.
• Knowledge of the latest attack trends, tools, and the threat landscape
• Cloud (AWS, Azure, Google, DigitalOcean) skillset is an asset.
• Ability to learn technologies, frameworks, and concepts in a self-directed manner
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a remote team
• Effective communicator of technical and business information, both verbal and written
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Motivated to learn and grow, able to learn new technologies
• Self-motivated
• Excellent written and oral communications skills (English)