Senior Penetration Tester - Remote, 3-Month Contract

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

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