Target
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LeadEngineer,PenetrationTester
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“Lead Engineer, Penetration Tester at Target. Skills: penetration testing, red team operations, web application security, scripting, automation. Lead and perform penetration tests across Target-developed and third-party applications, including web, API, mobile, hardware, and scoped PCI assets. Manage the full lifecycle of penetration testing from intake and scoping through discovery, testing, and validation of findings”
What You'll Achieve.
protecting our guests and brand; deliver industry-leading penetration testing at scale; improve overall security posture
Industry & Context.
resolve issues; assist in resolving complex security challenges
on-call rotation for operational and bug bounty support
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field—or equivalent experience, 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, at least 5 years focused on penetration testing or red team operations, expertise in penetration testing methodologies, web application security, Advanced knowledge of application development, networking, systems architecture, Proficient with Burp Suite, Proficient with other key security tools (e. g. , Nmap, Nuclei, Metasploit, etc.), Skilled in scripting and automation using languages such as Python or Go, Comfortable working across Mac, Windows, and Linux environments, Excellent time management and prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines, Demonstrated ability to stay current with evolving security threats and testing techniques
Nice to Have
OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, CISSP
What You'll Do.
Lead and perform penetration tests across Target-developed and third-party applications
and scoped PCI assets
Manage the full lifecycle of penetration testing from intake and scoping through discovery
and validation of findings
and communicate security vulnerabilities across enterprise systems
actionable reports that articulate business impact and remediation guidance
Partner with Target Tech and Security teams to explain findings
and improve overall security posture
Mentor and coach team members to strengthen collective technical expertise
Review and triage submissions from the Bug Bounty escalate critical findings to appropriate teams and help drive remediation
Contribute to threat modeling activities
providing expert insights to identify and prioritize threats
Provide technical oversight and assist in resolving complex security challenges
Advocate for continuous improvement of penetration testing tools
Participate in on-call rotation for operational and bug bounty support
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate directly with business teams across Target; Partner with Target Tech and Security teams to explain findings, resolve issues, and improve overall security posture; foster collaboration; drive alignment within cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
communicator with the ability to translate complex security issues for technical and non-technical audiences; Deliver clear, actionable reports that articulate business impact and remediation guidance; explain findings
Process & Methodology
Manage the full lifecycle of penetration testing from intake and scoping through discovery, testing, and validation of findings, prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines
Full Job Description
The pay range is $132,000.00 - $238,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at [https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits](https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits). **LEAD ENGINEER, PENETRATION TESTER** **About us:** Target is an iconic brand, a Fortune 50 company and one of America’s leading retailers. Target as a tech company? Absolutely. We’re the behind-the-scenes powerhouse that fuels Target’s passion and commitment to cutting-edge innovation. We anchor every facet of one of the world’s best-loved retailers with a strong technology framework that relies on the latest tools and technologies—and the brightest people—to deliver incredible value to guests online and in stores. Target Technology Services is on a mission to offer the systems, tools and support that guests and team members need and deserve. Our high-performing teams balance independence with collaboration, and we pride ourselves on being versatile, agile and creative. We drive industry-leading technologies in support of every angle of the business, and help ensure that Target operates smoothly, securely and reliably from the inside out. As a Lead Engineer, Penetration Tester on Target’s Security Testing Services team, you will play a critical
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