Hybrid VAPT Engineer — Enterprise Security Testing Leader

Motion Recruitment; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing Engineer to join its cybersecurity team in Chicago, IL. This seasoned offensive security professional will lead testing engagements across enterprise systems, applications, and infrastructure, delivering actionable remediation guidance.

The role requires hands-on expertise with Nessus, Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Metasploit, and OWASP Top 10, plus CISSP and OSCP certifications.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience with significant hands-on penetration testing and vulnerability assessment expertise.
• Experience conducting web application, network, infrastructure, and mobile security assessments.
• Advanced proficiency with tools such as Nessus, Burp Suite, AppScan, Nipper, and similar assessment platforms.
• Expertise utilizing offensive security frameworks and tools including Kali Linux, Metasploit, Wireshark, and related technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of OWASP Top 10, CVE frameworks, security controls, and current exploitation techniques.
• Ability to manually verify vulnerabilities and eliminate false positives.
• Experience creating detailed technical reports and executive-level remediation recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple assessments and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead vulnerability assessments and penetration testing engagements across enterprise systems and applications.
• Serve as the primary technical advisor and subject matter expert for offensive security initiatives.
• Manage and optimize core VAPT tools, technologies, and processes.
• Conduct web, mobile, API, network, and infrastructure security assessments.
• Validate vulnerabilities through manual testing and exploitation techniques.
• Document findings and deliver clear, risk-based recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to support remediation efforts.
• Monitor emerging threats, attack techniques, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of vulnerability management and testing programs.
• Assist in the creation of internal security documentation, standards, and training content.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Nessus

Burp Suite

AppScan

Nipper

Kali Linux

Metasploit

Wireshark

OWASP Top 10

CVE frameworks

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

CISSP

OSCP

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Nessus

Job description

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing Engineer to join its cybersecurity team in Chicago, IL. This seasoned offensive security professional will lead testing engagements across enterprise systems, applications, and infrastructure, delivering actionable remediation guidance.

The role requires hands-on expertise with Nessus, Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Metasploit, and OWASP Top 10, plus CISSP and OSCP certifications.