Senior Penetration Tester Consultant
full-time • Remote
penetration testing
cybersecurity
consultant
remote
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Penetration Tester Consultant in the United States.
This role is focused on strengthening the cybersecurity posture of enterprise clients by performing advanced penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and social engineering exercises. You will operate across multiple environments, including network, web, mobile, and cloud systems, to identify weaknesses and provide actionable recommendations. The position requires hands-on technical expertise, strong scripting and programming skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality reports. You will work closely with clients to guide them through security improvements while collaborating with internal teams to ensure best practices are applied. The environment is fast-paced, security-focused, and offers opportunities to develop innovative testing methodologies. Your work will directly impact the protection of critical systems and data across a diverse range of industries.
Accountabilities
- Execute internal, external, wireless, mobile, and web application penetration tests.
- Conduct social engineering assessments, including phishing, vishing, and physical security tests.
- Perform vulnerability scans and security assessments across multiple platforms.
- Develop, write, and deliver high-quality client reports with actionable insights.
- Automate and facilitate testing processes using scripting languages like Python and Bash.
- Reimage and configure devices and virtual machines to support testing activities.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to improve overall cybersecurity practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in penetration testing and vulnerability assessments across diverse systems.
- Strong programming and scripting skills (Python, Ruby, Perl, C, C++, Java, C#, Bash, PowerShell).
- Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, AliCloud, Rackspace) and their security controls.
- Knowledge of SOAP/REST/JSON web APIs and associated testing methodologies.
- Hands-on experience with standard security tools (Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus, Nikto, SSLStrip, Scapy).
- Preferred experience in Security Operations, Incident Response, Red Teaming, or Forensics.
- Required certifications: OSCP/eCPPT or eWPT; additional certifications such as GWAPT, GPEN, PenTest+, GXPN preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to work independently or collaboratively, and a strong security-focused mindset.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and pet insurance.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching.
- Competitive bonus structure and technology allowance.
- Certification reimbursement and personalized career coaching.
- Generous paid time off, vacation bonus, and summer hours.
- Paid office closure from December 25–January 1.
Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the three candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.
Thank you for your interest!