Senior Security Consultant (Secure Code Review + Web Application Penetration Testing)

NetSPI Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Security Consultant to lead secure code reviews and web application penetration testing. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in application security to identify and remediate vulnerabilities, while mentoring fellow team members and engaging with clients to present findings. This innovative firm offers a collaborative environment that values creativity and a customer-first mindset. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to contribute to a proactive security landscape, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in application security, secure code review, and penetration testing.
• Exceptional familiarity with Burp Suite and ability to create extensions.
• Understanding of OWASP Top 10 and CWE Top 25 vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing and secure code review assessments on web applications.
• Analyze security vulnerabilities in source code using automated and manual techniques.
• Mentor team members and present findings to clients.

Skills

Application Security

Secure Code Review

Web Application Penetration Testing

Problem Solving

Client Service

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Project Execution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's Degree in IT

Tools

Burp Suite

Static Analysis Tools

Job description

Senior Security Consultant (Secure Code Review + Web Application Penetration Testing)

Job Category: Services

Requisition Number: SENIO001552

Posted: April 8, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Remote - US, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA

Description

NetSPI is the proactive security solution used to discover, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities of the highest importance, so businesses can protect what matters most. NetSPI secures the most trusted brands on Earth through Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS), External Attack Surface Management (EASM), Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM), and Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS). Leveraging a unique combination of dedicated security experts, intelligent process, and advanced technology, NetSPI brings a proactive approach to cybersecurity with more clarity, speed, and scale than ever before.

NetSPI is on an exciting growth journey as we disrupt and improve the proactive security market. We are looking for individuals with a collaborative, innovative, and customer-first mindset to join our team. Learn more about our award-winning workplace culture and get to know our A-Team at www.netspi.com/careers.

NetSPI is seeking a Senior Security Consultant who will serve as a resource for delivery of secure code review and web application penetration assessment. This position requires an understanding of various web technologies, enterprise secure development and risk management. In addition, it requires experience with application security assessments/testing, as well as demonstrated competencies in problem solving, client service, written/verbal communication, and project execution.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth penetration testing and secure code review assessments on web applications
• Dynamically exploit vulnerabilities found in codebase and correlate insecure coding practices into dynamic application vulnerabilities
• Deliver secure code review assessment on programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, C/C++, Perl, PHP
• Analyze and identify security vulnerabilities in source code using both automated and manual static analysis tools and techniques
• Train and assist developers in writing secure software and remediating existing vulnerabilities
• Provide oversight to peers on service lines through QA process
• Mentor and assist team members in effectively delivering assessments and enhancing skillsets
• Present detailed penetration test findings to clients and assist in remediation planning
• Engage in research to develop new penetration testing methods, tools, and innovative exploit techniques
• Contribute to the cybersecurity community through tools, presentations, white papers, and blogging
• Maintain consistency with other internal requirements related to day-to-day administration tasks (time keeping, status updates to clients, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in application security including both secure code review and web application penetration testing
• Exceptional familiarity in all Burp Suite functions. Published Burp extensions and ability to create new Burp Suite extensions preferred
• Detailed understanding of the OWASP Top 10 and CWE Top 25 issues with focus on ability to identify and remediate vulnerability in source code
• Ability to explain risk and business impact of security vulnerabilities to a variety of audiences
• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, IT, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in detecting, analyzing and providing recommendation guidance on security vulnerabilities using SAST and/or manual secure code review in at least two of the following languages: Java, C#, PHP, Python, C/C++
• Experience in software development in at least one server-side programming language

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.