Penetration Tester – AI, Cloud & Web Security

Tenax Software Solutions; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenax Solutions is seeking a mid-level Penetration Tester in Urbandale, IA to perform penetration testing across internal and external networks, web applications, cloud environments, wireless networks, AI systems, and other environments as assigned.

You will lead engagements, communicate findings to clients, and produce detailed reports with remediation guidance, while adhering to scope, methodology, and legal requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or another relevant field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of networking, operating systems, web technologies, and cybersecurity concepts.
• Knowledge of common attack techniques, exploitation methods, and vulnerabilities.
• Ability to use offensive security tools safely and effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong documentation, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while following approved scope and methodology.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with consultants, project managers, and client stakeholders.
• Demonstrated professional judgment when handling sensitive systems, data, and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Penetration Testing & Security Assessments
• AI Penetration Tests and Configuration Reviews
• Cloud Penetration Tests and Configuration Reviews
• External Network Penetration Tests and Vulnerability Assessments
• Internal Network Penetration Tests and Vulnerability Assessments
• Physical Penetration Tests
• Social Engineering Assessments
• Web Application Penetration Tests
• Wireless Penetration Tests and Vulnerability Assessments
• Other offensive security services offered by Tenax Solutions

Skills

Networking

Operating Systems

Web tech

Cybersecurity

Attack techniques

Security tooling

Communication

Documentation

Independent work

Collaboration

Judgment under pressure

Education

Associate degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Burp Suite

Nmap

BloodHound

Impacket

Metasploit

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

Tenax Solutions is seeking a mid-level Penetration Tester in Urbandale, IA to perform penetration testing across internal and external networks, web applications, cloud environments, wireless networks, AI systems, and other environments as assigned.

You will lead engagements, communicate findings to clients, and produce detailed reports with remediation guidance, while adhering to scope, methodology, and legal requirements.