Senior Penetration Tester - Lead Web & Cloud Security

Quzara LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Quzara LLC is seeking Senior Penetration Testers to lead advanced security assessments across web apps, APIs, internal networks, and cloud environments. You will plan and perform tests, translate findings into reports, and mentor other testers while supporting client coordination and debriefs.

The role requires extensive Red Team and API testing experience, OSCP+ and a suite of security certifications. Hybrid work in Washington, DC/US is available with potential leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cyber security, computer science, IT or related field.
• 6+ years of Red Team or penetration testing experience.
• Active OSCP+ certification plus one of PenTest+, CEH, CySa+, GCIH, GCFA or CISSP.
• Expertise with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Java, Perl, etc.).
• Experience with API-focused penetration testing.
• Proficiency with tools: Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Wireshark, Binwalk.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and execute advanced penetration methods for the team, focusing on Web Applications.
• Assess security of internal networks and underlying infrastructure.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on Azure cloud environments.
• Lead and mentor a team of testers, guiding and sharing expertise.
• Carry out remote and on-site testing to expose security weaknesses.
• Create detailed reports and risk-based recommendations.
• Present findings and risk assessments to management.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of networking, cryptography, web apps, O/S databases.

Skills

Red Team experience

Penetration testing

Scripting languages

API penetration testing

Networking fundamentals

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cyber security, computer science, IT or related field

OSCP+ certification

PenTest+ or CEH or CySa+ or GCIH or GCFA or CISSP

Tools

Kali Linux

Burp Suite

Wireshark

Binwalk

Job description

Quzara LLC is seeking Senior Penetration Testers to lead advanced security assessments across web apps, APIs, internal networks, and cloud environments. You will plan and perform tests, translate findings into reports, and mentor other testers while supporting client coordination and debriefs.

The role requires extensive Red Team and API testing experience, OSCP+ and a suite of security certifications. Hybrid work in Washington, DC/US is available with potential leadership responsibilities.