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Penetration Tester - Java Application Security at JMD Technologies Inc. Penetration Tester - Java Application Security at JMD Technologies Inc. in Albany, New York Posted in 4 days ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Job Title:
Penetration Tester -
Java Application Security Location:
Albany, NY (Travel 2 time a month)
Employment Type:
Contract Job Overview Penetration Tester specializing in Java application security to identify, exploit, and remediate vulnerabilities while improving secure coding and SDLC practices in enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments for Java applications and infrastructure. Identify security flaws using manual and automated testing techniques. Develop exploit scenarios to simulate attacker behavior. Collaborate with development and QA teams to improve secure design and testing. Provide remediation guidance and secure coding recommendations. Analyze web application security issues (tokens, sessions, parameters, etc.). Document findings, risks, and remediation steps clearly. Support incident response and security investigations. Apply OWASP and
MITRE ATT&CK
frameworks. Stay current with CVEs and Java security best practices. Required Qualifications Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. 6+ years of experience in DevSecOps, security, or development roles. Strong experience in Java application security and penetration testing. Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and common web vulnerabilities (SQLi, XSS, etc.). Experience with tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, and
SAST/DAST
tools. Understanding of SSL/TLS and secure communication protocols. Scripting experience (Python/Bash preferred). Strong analytical and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications Certifications:
OSCP, GWAPT, GPEN, GXPN, CEH, CISSP, etc. Experience with secure Java code review. Cloud, mobile, and API security testing experience. Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., HIPAA). Additional Information Travel required to Albany, NY twice per month. Enterprise-scale application exposure. Focus on improving SDLC security practices.