Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Penetration Tester for a full time, direct hire position with our Washington-DC based client. This role is in support of a popular social media application.
*Position is onsite in Washington, DC, 5 days per week.
The tester will play a crucial role in cybersecurity, identifying vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications to strengthen security defenses.
Responsibilities Overview:
- Conduct penetration testing on applications, networks, and cloud environments.
- Identify and assess security vulnerabilities using manual and automated testing methods.
- Develop and execute attack simulations to evaluate system defenses.
- Provide detailed reports on findings and recommend remediation strategies.
- Collaborate with security teams to improve overall security posture.
- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, tools, and techniques.
- Occasionally participate in client meetings to discuss security assessments.
Requirements:
- Able to work onsite, daily
- Extensive experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and vulnerability assessments.
- Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and networking protocols.
- Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, or C++.
- Familiarity with penetration testing tools such as DAST/SAST/SCA Black Duck, Coverity, Datadog, OWASP ZAP, Acunetix, NetSparker, VeraCode, Plextrac, Fortify Static Code Analyzer, Burp Suite, Chechmarks, Metasploit, Nmap, and Nessus.
- Ability to think creatively and find unconventional attack paths.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., OSCP, CEH, CISSP) are often preferred
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