Offensive Security Consultant – Infra & Web Apps

WorkNest Secure (US); United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension/401k contribution

Subsidised gym membership

Frequent team events

Private Healthcare (individual)

Learning Allowance

Job summary

WorkNest Cyber Inc. is seeking an Offensive Security Consultant to join our expanding US team, focusing on infrastructure and web app testing. You will perform formal penetration testing, produce written reports, and assist with pre‑engagement activities such as scoping and proposals.

You should have proven penetration testing experience across Windows and Linux, strong AD and wireless knowledge, and professional certifications. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in application and infrastructure pentesting.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux environments including Active Directory.
• Ability to design and conduct social engineering campaigns (phishing/vishing).
• Familiarity with OWASP, PTES, and other pentesting standards.
• Understanding of modern web app architectures and deployment models.
• Ability to write scripts or code in preferred languages.
• Bachelor-level degree in CS/Engineering or related field; relevant security certs.

Responsibilities

• Perform formal and comprehensive application, infrastructure and other penetration testing assessments where appropriate and required.
• Provide well-written, concise, technical and non-technical reports in English.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and provide findings with remediation actions.
• Support pre-engagement activities including scoping and proposal drafting.
• Manage and deliver penetration testing project activities within deadlines.
• Support QA to ensure high-quality client reports per SLA.
• Other duties aligned with skill and experience.

Skills

Penetration testing

Windows

Linux

Active Directory

Social engineering

OWASP/ PTES

Web apps

Programming/scripting

Network fundamentals

Virtualisation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Ethical Hacking

Security certifications (OSCP/CEH/GPEN)

Job description

WorkNest Cyber Inc. is seeking an Offensive Security Consultant to join our expanding US team, focusing on infrastructure and web app testing. You will perform formal penetration testing, produce written reports, and assist with pre‑engagement activities such as scoping and proposals.

You should have proven penetration testing experience across Windows and Linux, strong AD and wireless knowledge, and professional certifications. Excellent communication is essential.