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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