- LocationUSA (Remote)
- Work modeRemote
- TypeFull Time
- Salary$94K/yr - $123K/yr
- Openings2
About the opportunity
As a Penetration Tester you will perform formal and comprehensive penetration testing assessments, including producing full written reports to appropriate standards and within agreed deadlines. In addition, you will support with client pre-engagement activities, including scoping and proposal drafting, as well as researching application and infrastructure vulnerabilities, following responsible disclosure, and sharing such findings within the team. Target Defense Inc is the US arm of Bulletproof Cyber Ltd and is a trusted provider of innovative cyber security solutions.
What you will do
- Perform formal and comprehensive application, infrastructure and other penetration testing assessments where appropriate and required
- Provide well-written, concise, technical and non-technical reports in English
- Perform vulnerability assessments and provide findings with remediation actions
- Support with various client pre-engagement interactions, including scoping activities and proposal drafting to ensure that client needs are met
- Manage and deliver penetration testing project activities within strict deadlines
- Support the QA process to ensure high quality client reports are delivered in accordance with applicable Service Level Agreement (SLA)
- Any other appropriate job duties in line with the associated skill and experience of the post holder
What we are looking for
- Knowledge of assessing cloud and hybrid environments (AWS and Azure)
- Knowledge of assessing mobile applications (iOS/Android)
- Knowledge of assessing hardware and embedded IoT devices
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills with strong attention-to-detail and accuracy
- A passion for security and networks
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude and the ability to think laterally
- Self-motivation with a commitment to continued development
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Skills and experience required
- Proven industry experience in application and infrastructure penetration testing
- Deep knowledge of assessing both Windows and Linux environments, including strong knowledge of Active Directory and wireless technologies
- Ability in preparing and launching social engineering campaigns (both phishing and vishing)
- Strong understanding of OWASP, PTES and other penetration testing methodologies
- Knowledge of how modern web apps are designed, developed and deployed across different platforms
- Ability to program or script in your preferred language
- Relevant degree in Computer Science, Ethical Hacking, Engineering or other relevant subject
- Relevant security qualifications (such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN)
Direct referral network
Why candidate applications stand out
Applications include direct proof-of-work repositories and instructor verification endorsements.
Direct internal referral channels through enterprise partners bypass automated résumé discard filters.
A named placement coordinator preps you for each round and follows up with the hiring partner.
Your academy certificate, capstone projects and mock-interview record travel with the application.
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