Penetration Tester

Saliense; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 Days PTO + 40 Hours of Paid Sick &

Health, Vision, Dental, and Life

401(k) with Tiered Match & 100% Vestin

Parental Leave for Birthing and Non-Bi

Professional Development Reimbursement

Job summary

Saliense is seeking an experienced penetration tester to lead testing efforts and strengthen our security posture in a fast-paced environment. You will conduct and oversee tests, identify vulnerabilities, and work with development and security teams to drive remediation.

Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience, a solid OS and networking foundation, and certifications comparable to OSCP or CEH.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Certifications comparable to OSCP or CEH are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and/or lead penetration tests.
• Identify and exploit vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with security teams to remediate findings.

Skills

Penetration testing

OS & Networking knowledge

Vulnerability identification/exploit

Scripting languages

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Security

Tools

Penetration testing tools

Job description

Required Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the conduct of, supporting the conduct of, or leading penetration tests.
• Key skills include a strong understanding of operating systems and networking protocols, strong understanding of how to identify and exploit vulnerabilities, knowledge of web application technologies, proficiency with penetration testing tools and scripting languages and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Education: Batchelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Certifications (required): Certifications comparable to OSCP or CEH.

At Saliense, we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Our employees are encouraged to take on challenging and meaningful work, with ample opportunities for career advancement. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• 20 Days PTO + 40 Hours of Paid Sick & Safe Time
• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Tiered Match & 100% Vesting
• Parental Leave for Birthing and Non-Birthing Parents
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program

We believe in empowering our team members to achieve their professional goals while contributing to impactful projects that make a difference. Join us at Saliense and be part of a growing organization dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Visit www.saliense.com to learn more.

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