Director, Penetration Testing — Lead & Build Internal Capability

CLS Group; Woodbridge Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation

401(k) match

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A financial services company in New Jersey is seeking a Director of Penetration Testing. The successful candidate will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of penetration testing services for the company's technology estates. This role combines technical execution and program development, with responsibilities including establishing testing standards, managing third-party engagements, and conducting hands-on testing. A strong background in cybersecurity, especially in structured environments, is required for this impactful position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years conducting hands-on penetration testing.
• Ability to scope and execute penetration testing from planning to reporting.
• Proven ability to lead and operate a penetration testing program.

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of penetration testing across technology estates.
• Establish and maintain penetration testing standards and methodologies.
• Conduct hands-on penetration testing across applications, APIs, and cloud environments.

Skills

Extensive experience in cybersecurity

Hands-on penetration testing

Leading penetration testing capability

Managing third party penetration test providers

Excellent communication skills

Mentoring and scaling functions

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Penetration testing tools and platforms

Job description

A financial services company in New Jersey is seeking a Director of Penetration Testing. The successful candidate will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of penetration testing services for the company's technology estates. This role combines technical execution and program development, with responsibilities including establishing testing standards, managing third-party engagements, and conducting hands-on testing. A strong background in cybersecurity, especially in structured environments, is required for this impactful position.