Penetration Tester

A-LIGN External; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm based in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Penetration Tester. In this role, you will perform comprehensive security testing across various sectors, responding to the security needs of high-profile clients. You will be responsible for internal and external testing, report writing, and using tools like Kali Linux. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience, a relevant degree, and OSCP certification. This position offers competitive benefits and emphasizes a collaborative, fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance

EAP - Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Matching

Competitive Bonus Structure

Certification Reimbursement

Personalized Career Coaching

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1

Vacation Bonus

Summer Hours

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience performing network and application pen tests.
• OSCP certification.
• Experience with vulnerability assessments.

Responsibilities

• Execute internal, external, wireless, and web application penetration tests.
• Conduct social engineering tests including phishing and vishing.
• Compile and write thorough client reports.
• Navigate and operate within the Kali system using command line.
• Create and modify files and write Bash scripts from the command line.

Skills

Familiarity with text editors like Nano and Vi

Knowledge of nMap tool and flags

Solid knowledge of networking and SSH tunnels

Ability to meet deadlines

Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work individually and collaboratively

High degree of motivation

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or relevant field

Tools

Kali Linux

Job description

The Penetration Tester works to execute department activities and deliver high-quality security assessments to a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of comprehensive security testing across a wide range of industries, utilizing a broad array of tools to discover and mitigate vulnerabilities. As thePenetration Tester, you will provide exceptional technical and creative strategies to help the continued growth of our fast-paced company while operating in an environment free from the pressures of time reporting, chargeability goals, or sales targets. A-LIGN will depend on you as the Penetration Tester to support management, plan and execute sophisticated penetration tests, and ensure the ongoing protection of our clients’ most critical systems and data.

Reports to

Managing Consultant

Pay Classification

Full-Time, Exempt

Responsibilities

• Execute internal, external, wireless, and web application pen tests
• Execute social engineering tests, including phishing, vishing, and physical
• Execute vulnerability scans and assessments
• Compile and write client reports
• Navigate the Kali system from the command line only
• Create, modify, move, and write files and documents from the command line only
• Create and write Bash scripts from the command line
• Reimage devices and virtual machines with Kali Linux

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, management information systems, computer science, or relevant discipline

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years of experience performing network and application pen tests

CERTIFICATIONS

• OSCP certification

SKILLS

• Familiarity with a text editor, Nano, Vi, etc.
• Knowledge of nMap tool and flag options
• Solid knowledge of networking, creating SSH tunnels, and listening for them on a receiving device
• Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively
• A high degree of motivation

Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
• Competitive Bonus Structure
• Certification Reimbursement
• Personalized Career Coaching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
• Vacation Bonus
• Summer Hours

About A-LIGN

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor . To learn more, visit a-lign.com.

Come Work for A-LIGN!

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