Penetration Tester

A-LIGN External$80K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or related field
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in network and application penetration testing
  • OSCP certification required, additional pen test certifications preferred
  • Proficient in command line tools like Kali Linux
  • Solid networking knowledge including SSH tunneling
  • Excellent communication skills and team collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Execute various types of penetration tests including internal, external, and web application tests
  • Conduct social engineering tests such as phishing and vishing
  • Perform vulnerability scans and assessments to identify weaknesses
  • Compile and document findings in client reports
  • Utilize the command line for executing commands and navigating systems
  • Write and modify Bash scripts from the command line
  • Reimage devices and VMs using Kali Linux

Benefits

  • Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Employer paid life and disability insurance
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance option
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Competitive bonus structure and vacation bonus
  • Tech allowance and certification reimbursement
  • Personalized career coaching and generous PTO
  • Paid office closure during the holidays
  • Flexible summer hours
Full Job Description
About the Role

The Penetration Tester works to execute department activities and deliver high-quality security assessments to a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of comprehensive security testing across a wide range of industries, utilizing a broad array of tools to discover and mitigate vulnerabilities. As the Penetration Tester, you will provide exceptional technical and creative strategies to help the continued growth of our fast-paced company while operating in an environment free from the pressures of time reporting, chargeability goals, or sales targets. A-LIGN will depend on you as the Penetration Tester to support management, plan and execute sophisticated penetration tests, and ensure the ongoing protection of our clients' most critical systems and data.
Reports to

Managing Consultant
Pay Classification

Full-Time, Exempt
Responsibilities
  • Execute internal, external, wireless, and web application pen tests
  • Execute social engineering tests, including phishing, vishing, and physical
  • Execute vulnerability scans and assessments
  • Compile and write client reports
  • Navigate the Kali system from the command line only
  • Create, modify, move, and write files and documents from the command line only
  • Create and write Bash scripts from the command line
  • Reimage devices and virtual machines with Kali Linux
Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION
  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, management information systems, computer science, or relevant discipline

EXPERIENCE
  • At least 2 years of experience performing network and application pen tests

CERTIFICATIONS
  • OSCP certification
  • Additional relevant pen test certifications preferred

SKILLS
  • Familiarity with a text editor, Nano, Vi, etc
  • Knowledge of nMap tool and flag options
  • Solid knowledge of networking, creating SSH tunnels, and listening for them on a receiving device
  • Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively
  • A high degree of motivation
Benefits
  • Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
  • EAP - Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
  • Competitive Bonus Structure
  • Tech Allowance
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Personalized Career Coaching
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
  • Vacation Bonus
  • Summer Hours

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