Senior Penetration Tester (USA Only)
Worldwide
We are seeking an experienced Senior Penetration Tester to join our network of security consultants. Engagements may include web applications, APIs, cloud environments, internal and external networks, Active Directory environments, mobile applications, and other security assessment projects depending on client needs. The ideal candidate is highly technical, capable of identifying real-world attack paths, and able to communicate findings clearly through professional reports and client discussions. Responsibilities - Perform manual penetration testing across a variety of environments and technologies - Identify vulnerabilities, security weaknesses, and attack paths - Assess business impact and provide practical remediation recommendations - Document findings in clear, professional penetration testing reports - Participate in debrief meetings and technical discussions with clients when needed - Collaborate with our team throughout engagements - Maintain high standards of professionalism, quality, and confidentiality Requirements - 5+ years of penetration testing experience - Must be located in the United States. U.S. citizenship may be required for certain client engagements. - OSCP, OSWE, CRTO, CRTP, PNPT, OSEP, CISSP, or similar certifications - Strong expertise in one or more of the following areas: - Web Application Security - API Security - Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, GCP) - Internal / External Network Penetration Testing - Active Directory Security Assessments - Mobile Application Security - Red Team Operations - Experience conducting manual security assessments - Strong understanding of modern attack techniques and security best practices - Ability to independently manage testing engagements - Excellent written and verbal communication skills Nice to Have - Experience with compliance-driven assessments (SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001) - Experience testing SaaS platforms and modern cloud-native applications - Experience conducting security assessments for fintech, healthcare, or enterprise organizations - Public research, blogs, CVEs, conference presentations, GitHub projects, or security write-ups What We Offer - Flexible contract-based engagements - Competitive project-based compensation - Opportunity to work with a variety of clients and industries - Long-term collaboration opportunities - Direct communication with a highly technical team - Focus on quality-driven, realistic security testing To Apply - Please include: - A brief summary of your penetration testing experience - Your primary areas of expertise - Relevant certifications (if applicable) - Sample report(s) (redacted versions are acceptable) - Your hourly rate or preferred compensation structure - Availability and time zone
- More than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 6+ monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
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