Staff Security Engineer (Penetration Tester)

Socket.dev

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 152,000 - 261,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D
FSA/HSA
Disability insurance
401K match
Paid time off
Public holidays
Parental leave
Commuter benefits
EV charging station

Job summary

Coupang in Seattle is seeking a seasoned Red Team security specialist to identify and exploit vulnerabilities across web, mobile, API, and network, and to design realistic attack simulations. You will deliver remediation guidance, lead penetration testing, and drive security improvements with tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Kali Linux, and Nmap.

5+ years in offensive security and strong Linux/networking knowledge are required. Seattle-based candidates preferred.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in offensive security
  • Experience testing web, mobile, and API
  • Proficient with common pentest tools (Burp, Metasploit, Kali, Nmap)
  • Good OS security and networking knowledge (Linux, TCP/IP)
  • Proficient with CLI and Linux
  • Programming in Python or Java for tooling

Responsibilities

  • Perform penetration testing on web, mobile, API, and network
  • Provide remediation guidelines
  • Perform red team campaigns

Skills

Offensive security
Web testing
Mobile testing
API testing
Penetration testing
Linux
Networking TCP/IP
Command-line
Python/Java

Education

Computer Science degree
Engineering degree
Offensive security certification

Tools

Burp Suite
Metasploit
Kali Linux
Nmap

Job description

We exist to wow our customers. We know we’re doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, “How did we ever live without Coupang?” Born out of an obsession to make shopping, eating, and living easier than ever, we’re collectively disrupting the multi-billion-dollar e-commerce industry from the ground up. We are one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies that established an unparalleled reputation for being a dominant and reliable force in South Korean commerce.

We are proud to have the best of both worlds — a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurs surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day.

Our mission to build the future of commerce is real. We push the boundaries of what’s possible to solve problems and break traditional tradeoffs. Join Coupang now to create an epic experience in this always-on, high-tech, and hyper-connected world.

Role Overview

We are looking for a new Red Team member in our Seattle office. The ideal candidate will be passionate around security and will love to dive deep in order to understand and exploit a potential security vulnerability. If you love finding security weaknesses and use those findings to bypass technical security controls, we would love to hear from you.

What You Will Do
  • Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
  • Perform penetration testing activities on web, mobile, API and network.
  • Provide remediation guidelines and improvements to the issues identified during the engagements
  • Perform threat actor simulation activities (Red Team campaigns)
Basic Qualifications
  • 5+ years of technical work experience in offensive security
  • Proficiency on web, mobile and API testing
  • Experience with common penetration testing security tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Metasploit, Kali Linux, Nmap)
  • Good understanding of OS security (e.g., Linux) and networking (TCP/IP)
  • Proficiency with command-line tools and Linux
  • Confident with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java) in order to develop scripts and tools that could aid the testing activities.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Work experience in the e-commerce sector is valuable.
  • Experience in cloud (e.g., AWS) and understanding the differences between Cloud and traditional data-center environments.
  • Understanding of Cyber Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical Degree
  • Holder of well-recognized offensive security certifications (e.g., Offensive Security like OSCP, OSCE or OSED, CREST, SANS)
  • Fluent in Korean and English
Pay & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of living across several US geographic markets. At Coupang, your base pay is one part of your total compensation.

The base pay for Staff position ranges from $152K/year to $261K/year. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

General Description of All Benefits
  • Annual bonus is 0-20% of the base salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life, AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program401K Plan with Company Match
  • 18-21 days of the Paid Time Off (PTO) a year based on the tenure
  • 12 Public Holidays
  • 6 weeks Paid Parental leave
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • MTV - [Free] Electric Car Charging Station
General Description of Other Compensation

"Other Compensation" includes, but is not limited to, bonuses, equity, or other forms of compensation that would be offered to the hired applicant in addition to their established salary range or wage scale.

Recruitment Process and Others
Details to Consider

This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.

Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.

Those eligible for employment protection (recipients of veteran’s benefits, the disabled, etc.) may receive preferential treatment for employment in accordance with applicable laws.

Privacy Notice

Your personal information will be collected and managed by Coupang as stated in the Application Privacy Notice located below: https://www.coupang.jobs/privacy-policy/

Equal Opportunity Statement

Coupang is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis C status, marital status, military or veteran status, use of a trained dog guide or service animal, political activities, or affiliations, citizenship, or any other characteristic or class protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation in the recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at usrecruiting@coupang.com.

Job Requisition ID: R0078387

Job Requisition ID: R0078387

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