Penetration Tester

Marathon TS

$90K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Broad technical knowledge in systems such as Windows, Linux, Azure, AWS, and mobile platforms.
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 4-5 years of experience in cybersecurity roles.
  • Strong communication skills to convey complex security concepts effectively.
  • Self-motivated with robust problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct scoping, planning, execution, and reporting of penetration tests.
  • Test the security of systems and networks for proper hygiene.
  • Simulate real-world attacks to uncover vulnerabilities and risks.
  • Translate complex technical security issues for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Hybrid remote work flexibility in a collaborative team environment.
  • Opportunity to enhance security posture in a global financial technology context.
  • Engagement in high-stakes offensive security assessments.
  • Pathway to professional development through training and certifications.
Full Job Description
Marathon TS
Penetration Tester
Hybrid Remote in Manassas, VA
Financial Technology Industry


Penetration Tester
As a penetration tester in the Swift Red Team, you will assess security from an offensive perspective with the intent to improve the global security posture of the company.

Your key responsibilities will be to:
• Perform scoping, planning, execution, and reporting of penetration tests (ethical hacking)
• Conduct security testing of systems and networks to ensure appropriate security hygiene
• Simulate real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors
• Communicate complex technical security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences

Requirements:
• Broad range of technical skills / knowledge (e.g. Windows internals, Linux internals, Azure, AWS, networking, iOS/Android, etc)
• Bachelor's Degree (or comparative experience) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in cybersecurity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work autonomously and having strong problem-solving skills

Preferred qualifications:
• Offensive security / ethical hacking certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, GPEN, GXPN, Pentest+, CEH

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