Penetration Tester

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Execute internal, external, wireless, and web application penetration tests
• Execute social engineering tests, including phishing, vishing, and physical tests
• 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

Requirements

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, management information systems, computer science, or a relevant discipline
• At least 2 years of experience performing network and application penetration tests
• OSCP certification (additional relevant penetration testing certifications preferred)

Skills

• Familiarity with text editors such as Nano, Vi, etc.
• Knowledge of the 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
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 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

Reports to Managing Consultant. Pay classification: Full-Time, Exempt.