Senior Penetration Tester

The Matlen Silver Group, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

The Matlen Silver Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Penetration Tester for a 3-month fully remote contract.

You will independently perform security assessments across web applications, APIs, infrastructure, cloud environments, and Active Directory, identifying vulnerabilities and delivering high-quality findings. The role requires 5+ years of hands-on experience, proficiency with standard pentesting methodologies, and the ability to manage multiple assessments and communicate findings to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in penetration testing or related cybersecurity
• Experience testing web apps, APIs, infrastructure, cloud environments, and Active Directory
• Strong understanding of attack techniques and methodologies
• Experience using industry-standard pentesting tools and documenting findings
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration tests across web applications, APIs, infrastructure, cloud environments, and Active Directory
• Identify, exploit, and validate security vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools and techniques
• Perform vulnerability assessments and testing using established methodologies
• Validate remediation efforts and confirm vulnerability closure
• Develop professional penetration testing reports with findings, risk descriptions, evidence, and remediation recommendations
• Manage multiple assessments and deliverables while meeting deadlines
• Communicate security findings effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Stay current with emerging attack techniques and offensive security practices

Skills

Penetration testing

Offensive security

Web applications

APIs

Cloud environments

Active Directory

Tools

Pentest tools

Job description

***W2 ONLY!!!!- No C2C!!!- GC and USC Candidates ONLY
Penetration Tester
Duration: 3-Month Contract- Fully Remote
Pay Rate: $75/hour
***W2 ONLY!!!!- No C2C!!!- GC and USC Candidates ONLY
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to augment our security team and independently execute security assessments across applications, APIs, infrastructure, cloud environments, and Active Directory. This individual will identify and exploit vulnerabilities, validate remediation efforts, document findings, and work with technical and non-technical stakeholders to help reduce organizational risk.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on offensive security experience, be comfortable managing multiple assessments independently, and have a proven ability to deliver high‑quality penetration testing results within established timelines.
Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration tests across web applications, APIs, infrastructure, cloud environments, and Active Directory.
• Identify, exploit, and validate security vulnerabilities using industry‑standard tools and techniques.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security testing using established penetration testing methodologies and frameworks.
• Validate remediation efforts and confirm that identified vulnerabilities have been appropriately addressed.
• Develop professional penetration testing reports with clear technical findings, risk descriptions, evidence, and remediation recommendations.
• Manage multiple assessments and deliverables while meeting project deadlines and testing commitments.
• Communicate security findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and offensive security practices.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in penetration testing, offensive security, red teaming, or a related cybersecurity discipline.
• Demonstrated experience testing web applications, APIs, infrastructure, cloud environments, and Active Directory.
• Strong understanding of common attack techniques, vulnerability assessment methodologies, and penetration testing frameworks.
• Experience using industry‑standard penetration testing tools and techniques.
• Proven ability to identify, exploit, validate, and clearly document security vulnerabilities.
• Experience creating detailed penetration testing reports and providing actionable remediation recommendations.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assessments, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI security testing.
• Experience with mainframe security testing.
• Experience in banking, financial services, or other highly regulated industries.
• Cloud security assessment experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Advanced offensive security certifications such as OSCP, OSEP, OSWE, OSED, GXPN, or CPTS.