Hybrid Senior Penetration Tester — Offensive Security Expert

Placements24; USA; Hybrid; USD 120.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance-based bonuses

Profit sharing

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Life assurance

Professional development opportunities

Conference attendance

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Penetration Tester to join a leading cybersecurity consultancy. You will plan, execute, and report on penetration tests across web applications, networks, APIs, and cloud environments.

The role emphasizes proactive defense, ethical practice, and actionable client guidance. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in penetration testing, experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, and proficiency in Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, and Nessus.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity or related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Minimum 5 years of penetration testing and ethical hacking.
• Proven experience testing web apps, networks, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Proficiency with Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Nessus and related tools.
• Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10 and exploitation techniques.
• Scripting experience (Python, Bash) for tooling and automation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certifications such as OSCP/CEH/GPEN/GWAPT are highly desirable.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute penetration tests on web apps, networks, APIs, and cloud environments.
• Identify vulnerabilities, exploit weaknesses, and assess business impact.
• Use a range of manual and automated testing tools and techniques.
• Conduct thorough reconnaissance to understand target environments.
• Develop detailed, accurate penetration test reports with remediation guidance.
• Present findings to clients clearly and concisely.
• Stay current with testing methodologies, tools, and exploit techniques.
• Collaborate with client teams to discuss findings and assist with remediation.
• Contribute to development of new testing methodologies and services.
• Maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality throughout engagements.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent worker

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

Nessus

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Penetration Tester to join a leading cybersecurity consultancy. You will plan, execute, and report on penetration tests across web applications, networks, APIs, and cloud environments.

The role emphasizes proactive defense, ethical practice, and actionable client guidance. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in penetration testing, experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, and proficiency in Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, and Nessus.