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Penetration Tester
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What they do
A Vulnerability Analyst or Penetration Tester probes for and exploits security vulnerabilities in web-based applications, networks and systems. Penetration Tests are designed to achieve a specific, attacker-simulated goal and should be requested by customers who are already at their desired security posture. A typical goal could be to access the contents of the prized customer database on the internal network, or to modify a record in an HR system. Vulnerability Assessments are designed to yield a prioritized list of vulnerabilities and are generally for clients who already understand they are not where they want to be in terms of security. The customer already knows they have issues and simply need help identifying and prioritizing them.
$125,034 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
- Conduct internal and external penetration tests across enterprise environments.
- Perform security assessments of Windows, Unix/Linux, and web application environments.
- Identify, validate, and document vulnerabilities, risks, and remediation recommendations.
- Support penetration testing initiatives across multiple business units and environments.
- Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to improve overall security posture.
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- Strong experience performing Windows penetration testing.
- Strong experience conducting Web Application penetration testing.
- Hands-on experience with Unix/Linux penetration testing.
- Ability to independently plan, execute, and document penetration testing engagements. Broad technical background across infrastructure, applications, and security technologies.
- Azure security testing experience.
- AWS security experience.
- IoT (Internet of Things) security testing.
- Android application security testing.
- Network security assessment experience.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance