Associate Penetration Tester — Compliance & Security

Coalfire; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Certification and training reimburse

Digital mental health and wellbeing

Comprehensive insurance options

Job summary

Coalfire, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an Associate, Compliance Security Penetration Tester to assess security across Web and Network domains, advise clients, and lead engagements. You will simulate sophisticated attacks, generate reports, and help ensure compliant, secure systems for global clients.

The role requires 3+ years in information security with pen testing, strong scripting skills, and familiarity with PCI, HIPAA, FEDRAMP or HITRUST, with a travel up to 20% for client work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3+ years in information security with web app and network penetration testing.
• Experience with enterprise environments.
• Strong scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Shell, or Ruby).
• Experience with PCI, FISMA, HIPAA, FEDRAMP, or HITRUST.
• 1–3 years in IT Security Audit/Compliance roles.
• Experience interacting with management in a consultative manner.

Responsibilities

• Advises clients on technical security or compliance activities.
• Manages priorities and tasks to achieve delivery utilization targets.
• Operates with professionalism both internally and with clients.
• Ensures quality products and services are delivered on time.
• Develops processes and methodologies to enhance testing.
• Assist with report generation and quality assurance processes.
• Develops client relationships and scopes engagements.
• Mentor and develop less experienced staff.
• Drive team success to meet business objectives and metrics.

Skills

Web & network penetration testing

Python scripting

PowerShell

Shell scripting

Ruby

Security frameworks

IT Security Audit

Networking & systems

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Coalfire, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an Associate, Compliance Security Penetration Tester to assess security across Web and Network domains, advise clients, and lead engagements. You will simulate sophisticated attacks, generate reports, and help ensure compliant, secure systems for global clients.

The role requires 3+ years in information security with pen testing, strong scripting skills, and familiarity with PCI, HIPAA, FEDRAMP or HITRUST, with a travel up to 20% for client work.