Penetration Tester

Position Responsibilities

Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
Develop detailed reports outlining security findings and recommendations
Simulate real-world attack scenarios to test defenses
Identify and exploit vulnerabilities in networks, applications, and systems
Collaborate with teams to implement remediation strategies
Ensure compliance with industry security standards and frameworks

Required Skills

• Proficiency in penetration testing tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, or Nessus
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and configurations
• Expertise in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies
• Familiarity with operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS
• Ability to document and communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with social engineering techniques
• Experience with mobile application penetration testing
• Experience with cloud security assessments (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Expertise in reverse engineering and malware analysis
• Understanding of advanced persistent threats (APTs)
• Experience with red team/blue team exercises

Benefits

• Excellent Salaries
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Cafeteria Style Benefits
• 10% - 401k Matching (Vested Immediately)
• Additional 401k Profit Sharing
• 30 days Paid Leave/Holiday (No Use or Lose!)
• The day off for your birthday
• Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% employee coverage. ($1200 allowance - or a bonus)
• HSA/FSA/LC
• Long Term/Short Term Disability - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you.
• Life Insurance - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you.
• Additonal Discretionary Life Insurance
• Paid Training
• No long, wordy reviews with tons of paperwork!!!
• Referral bonus program with recurring annual payments

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Penetration Tester to join our cybersecurity team. In this role, you will identify vulnerabilities and test the security of networks, applications, and systems by simulating real-world attacks. You will collaborate with teams to develop actionable recommendations, enhance security measures, and ensure the organization’s defenses remain robust against evolving threats.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is passionate about ethical hacking, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to contribute to protecting critical assets through innovative security testing techniques.

Skills

Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 4-5 years experience credit for a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit.

Pay

Excellent Salaries

Schedule

Flexible Work Schedule

Contact

Email us at jobs@cymertek.com or apply today: www.cymertek.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cymertek is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We embrace and celebrate differences in our employees, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances our creativity, innovation, and overall success.