Senior Penetration Tester

Goldbelt, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A contracting services company is seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to perform penetration testing on applications and systems. The ideal candidate has over six years of experience in vulnerability assessment and is proficient with tools like NESSUS and METASPLOIT. Responsibilities include identifying security flaws and providing effective strategies to mitigate risks. Offering a competitive salary of $90,000 - $150,000 along with comprehensive benefits such as medical and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) years proven proficiency in performing extensive vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with testing tools, including NESSUS, METASPLOIT, CANVAS, NMAP, Burp Suite, and Kismet.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with using, administering, and troubleshooting a WINDOWS Server, IIS.

Responsibilities

• Performs application and network penetration testing and wireless security assessments.
• Reports the nature of identified cybersecurity risks and recommends risk mitigation measures.

Skills

Knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and networking architectures

Excellent written documentation and oral presentation skills

Knowledge of open security testing standards and projects, including OWASP

Knowledge of databases, applications, and Web server design and implementation

Possess oral and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

NESSUS

METASPLOIT

CANVAS

NMAP

Burp Suite

Kismet

Job description

Overview

Global in service but local in approach, Nisga'a Tek is committed to high-quality service to those who defend us. Nisga'a Tek ensures mission assurance and execution for customers and warfighters. Providing intelligence, IT, cyber security, training, logistics, administrative, acquisition, and background investigation services.

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Summary

The Senior Penetration Tester will independently perform penetration testing of applications, systems and enclaves. Identifies security flaws in computing platforms and applications and devise strategies and techniques to mitigate identified cybersecurity risks.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs application and network penetration testing and wireless security assessments.
• Applies offensive cybersecurity testing techniques, coordinate testing projects with internal and external system owners.
• Reports the nature of identified cybersecurity risks and recommends risk mitigation measures to improve the cybersecurity posture of the enterprise.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and networking architectures
• Excellent written documentation and oral presentation skills
• Knowledge of open security testing standards and projects, including OWASP
• Knowledge of databases, applications, and Web server design and implementation
• Possess oral and written communication skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum six (6) years proven proficiency in performing extensive vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with testing tools, including NESSUS, METASPLOIT, CANVAS, NMAP, Burp Suite, and Kismet
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing methods
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with writing testing assessment reports
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with using, administering, and troubleshooting a WINDOWS Server, IIS
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with using, administering, and troubleshooting a major version of Linux
• Minimum two (2) years of experience PCI DSS testing
• Possess a certification in penetration testing, such as:
  • Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT)
  • Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification Penetration Tester (GPEN)
• Experience scripting in Perl, Python, Ruby, Bash, or Java
• Experience with wireless LAN security testing
• Required to possess a DOD SECRET Clearance and be eligible for an IT-I Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 5 (T5) upon assignment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Pay and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 - $150,000.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.