Lead Penetration Tester - AI-Enabled Offensive Security

Verizon; Irving (TX); Remote; USD 121,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a hands-on Application Penetration Tester to join the Enterprise Pen Test team. You will lead testing across web, API, and mobile platforms, mentor peers, and translate complex findings into actionable remediation plans.

The role emphasizes thinking like an attacker and advancing offensive security with AI. Remote work from home is supported; 40-hour weeks with opportunities to influence Verizon's security posture and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of work experience.
• 6+ years in application/network penetration testing or security experience.
• Experience leading small pen test teams and driving process.
• Knowledge of security testing tools and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform full-scope penetration testing on web apps, APIs, and mobile apps.
• Develop comprehensive reports for technical and executive audiences.
• Mentor junior testers and help shape pen test strategy with AI.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to remediate vulnerabilities and improve SDLC security.
• Configure and safely use attacker tools within Verizon environments.

Skills

Penetration testing

Security assessment

Team leadership

AI in security

Linux/Windows

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Kali Linux

Metasploit

Wireshark

Burp Suite

Cobalt Strike

Nessus

WebInspect

SQLMap

Job description

Verizon is seeking a hands-on Application Penetration Tester to join the Enterprise Pen Test team. You will lead testing across web, API, and mobile platforms, mentor peers, and translate complex findings into actionable remediation plans.

The role emphasizes thinking like an attacker and advancing offensive security with AI. Remote work from home is supported; 40-hour weeks with opportunities to influence Verizon's security posture and risk management.