Senior Network Penetration Tester — Global Security Assessments

Dexian; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian seeks a Senior Associate in Network Penetration Testing to join its Offensive Cyber Operations team. The role focuses on advanced security assessments, combining automated and manual testing across various technologies and systems. The senior assessor participates in planning, execution, and reporting to emulate real-world adversaries.

The position requires collaboration with a diverse security testing team and may involve domestic and international travel to support assessment activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in security-related technical roles with testing experience.
• Active pursuit or possession of multiple professional certifications.
• Strong knowledge of attack techniques and defensive controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead automated and manual security assessments across multiple tech stacks.
• Develop and execute test plans; report findings and remediation steps clearly.
• Model threats, simulate adversaries, and document risk postures for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with diverse teams; support large, complex security projects.
• Travel up to 10% to support global testing initiatives.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Networking

Firewalls

Server Administration

Encryption

Cloud

Containers

Databases

Software Development

Education

CISSP, GCIH, MCSE, CCNP, RHCE, GPEN, GWAPT, OSCP, MPCE, CEH

Tools

Nessus

Burp Suite

AppDetective

Metasploit

NMAP

Job description

Dexian seeks a Senior Associate in Network Penetration Testing to join its Offensive Cyber Operations team. The role focuses on advanced security assessments, combining automated and manual testing across various technologies and systems. The senior assessor participates in planning, execution, and reporting to emulate real-world adversaries.

The position requires collaboration with a diverse security testing team and may involve domestic and international travel to support assessment activities.