A-LIGN
cybersecurity compliance
PenetrationTester
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“Penetration Tester at A-LIGN. Skills: Penetration Testing, Security Assessments, Vulnerability Management. Execute department activities. deliver high-quality security assessments”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver high-quality security assessments; discover and mitigate vulnerabilities; ensure the ongoing protection of our clients’ most critical systems and data
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 2 years of experience performing network and application pen tests, OSCP certification
Nice to Have
Additional relevant pen test certifications preferred
What You'll Do.
Execute department activities
deliver high-quality security assessments
execution of comprehensive security testing
discover and mitigate vulnerabilities
plan and execute sophisticated penetration tests
ensure the ongoing protection of our clients’ most critical systems and data
and web application pen tests
Execute social engineering tests
Execute vulnerability scans and assessments
Compile and write client reports
Navigate the Kali system from the command line only
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
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work collaboratively
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
Full Job Description
About the Role The Penetration Tester works to execute department activities and deliver high-quality security assessments to a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of comprehensive security testing across a wide range of industries, utilizing a broad array of tools to discover and mitigate vulnerabilities. As the Penetration Tester, you will provide exceptional technical and creative strategies to help the continued growth of our fast-paced company while operating in an environment free from the pressures of time reporting, chargeability goals, or sales targets. A-LIGN will depend on you as the Penetration Tester to support management, plan and execute sophisticated penetration tests, and ensure the ongoing protection of our clients’ most critical systems and data. Reports to Managing Consultant Pay Classification Full-Time Responsibilities Execute internal, external, wireless, and web application pen tests Execute social engineering tests, including phishing, vishing, and physical 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 Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, management information systems, computer science, or relevant discipline EXPERIENCE At least 2 years of experience performing network and application pen tests CERTIFICATIONS OSCP certification Additional relevant pen test certifications preferred SKILLS Familiarity with a text editor, Nano, Vi, etc Knowledge of 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 co
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