Security Consultant II (Mobile Application Penetration Tester)

NetSPI Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NetSPI Inc. is seeking a Security Consultant II to conduct thorough penetration testing of mobile applications and APIs, delivering clear, actionable reports and recommendations to strengthen client security postures.

You will research and deploy modern testing approaches while collaborating with clients to meet timelines. The role requires 2–3 years of mobile pentesting experience, knowledge of OWASP Top 10, and proficiency with tools like Burp Suite and Frida.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in CS, Engineering, Math, or IT or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years of mobile application penetration testing experience.
• Familiarity with offensive tools (Kali, Burp, Frida, Drozer, Objection, Ghidra).
• Experience developing Frida tools to bypass protections or exploit vulnerabilities.
• Understanding of mobile data security, communications, and sandboxes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing engagements on mobile apps and APIs.
• Identify insecure data storage, communications, or cryptography in mobile apps.
• Create and deliver penetration testing reports with clear recommendations.
• Develop techniques, tools, and methodologies for pentesting services.
• Perform day-to-day consulting tasks to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Mobile pentesting

Kali Linux

Burp Suite

Frida

Ghidra

OWASP Top 10

Windows/Linux/macOS

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Kali Linux

Burp Suite

Frida

Drozer

Objection

Ghidra

Job description

Security Consultant II (Mobile Application Penetration Tester)

Job Category: Services

Requisition Number: SECUR001802

• Posted : September 10, 2026
• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

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Remote - US
Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA

Description

NetSPI® pioneered Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) and leads the industry inmodern pentesting. Combining world-class security professionals with AI andautomation, NetSPI delivers clarity, speed, and scale across 50+ pentest types, attacksurface management, and vulnerability prioritization. The NetSPI platform streamlinesworkflows and accelerates remediation, enabling our experts to focus on deep divetesting that uncovers vulnerabilities others miss. Trusted by the top 10 U.S. banks andFortune 500 companies worldwide, NetSPI has been driving security innovation since2001.

NetSPI is on an exciting growth journey as we disrupt and improve the proactivesecurity market. We are looking for individuals with a collaborative, innovative, andcustomer-first mindset to join our team. Learn more about our award-winning workplaceculture and get to know our A-Team atwww.netspi.com/careers .

Join the mission as a Security Consultant II. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Penetration Tester to conduct thorough security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and provide expert recommendations to strengthen our clients' security posture. As a Penetration Tester supporting mobile applications, you will work closely with clients to deliver clear, actionable reports and contribute to the development of security best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct penetration testing engagements on mobile applications and underlying APIs
• Identify insecure data storage, communications, or cryptography in mobile applications
• Create, deliver, and collaborate on penetration testing reports in diverse client environments, maintaining client-specific processes, reporting standards, and access protocols to help improve their security posture
• Research and develop innovative techniques, tools, and methodologies for penetration testing services, alongside commitment to improvement and execution on NetSPI specific products and processes
• Perform administrative tasks related to day-to-day consulting activities to ensure smooth business and engagement operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required, with a concentration in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or IT preferred, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in mobile application penetration testing
• Familiarity with offensive tools, based on applicable skillset (e.g., Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Frida, Drozer, Objection, Ghidra)
• Experience developing Frida tools to bypass application protections or exploit vulnerabilities
• Understanding of mobile application data security, communications, and sandboxes
• Knowledge of Android and iOS operating systems
• Familiarity with offensive and defensive IT concepts and protocols
• Extensive understanding of the OWASP Top 10 and various security frameworks
• Working knowledge of Windows, Linux and MacOS operating systems internals
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willingness to travel up to 5-10%
• This position requires an 8-hour workday, with occasional evenings or weekends necessary to meet project deadlines or critical needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience mentoring or coaching to growing team members, while sharing knowledge externally through blogs, hosting webinars, or presenting at conferences
• Experience in one or more of the following programming or scripting languages (e.g., Ruby, Python, Perl, C, C++, Java, and C#)
• Offensive cybersecurity certifications (e.g., GXPN, GPEN, OSCP, CISSP, GWAPT)
• Experience in ARM reverse engineering

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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