Mid-Level Penetration Tester
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Location
Remote (United States)
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
120k - 145k
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Contact:
Gerald Mitter
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Contact email:
g.mitter@hamlynwilliams.com
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Salary high:
145000
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Salary low:
120000
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Job ref:
MID-90210
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Published:
9 months ago
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Expiry date:
2020-11-19
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Startdate:
ASAP
Cybersecurity Job Summary
I am looking for a dedicated and meticulous Mid-Level Penetration Testing specialist to join my clients growing team. My client is looking for a cyber security professional that will be excited to be challenged to conduct security assessments of web and mobile applications, as well as underlying infrastructure.
Cybersecurity Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement/build-in security systems to software, hardware, and components
- Perform internal and external pentest against systems to determine vulnerabilities and offer mitigation strategies
- Perform web application pentests
- Work independently or as part of a team as needed
- Assist R&D staff with security testing needs
- Research new attack vectors and stay current with cybersecurity news and trends
Cybersecurity Requirements and Qualifications
- Manual Penetration Testing Experience (i.e. mapping applications, injecting SQLi, XSS, XXE, exploit creation)
- Deep understanding of 3-tiered Web Application and Mobile Application Architectures
- Strong IT skills including knowledge on hardware, software, networks, and data centers
- Thorough work ethic, attention to detail
- Critical thinking skills, problem solving aptitude
- Strong knowledge of basic security principles
- CEH, GWAPT, or OSCP security-related certifications
- Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to all levels