Penetration Tester

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Penetration Tester joining Workstreet's cybersecurity team to assess applications, networks, and systems. Conducting advanced security assessments and providing actionable recommendations in various environments.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct Advanced Penetration Tests: Perform comprehensive security assessments across cloud, network, and system environments.
  • MacOS Application Testing: Execute specialized security evaluations of native MacOS applications to identify platform-specific vulnerabilities.
  • Execute Red Teaming & Social Engineering: Go beyond standard assessments by simulating real-world adversary tactics and testing human security awareness through phishing and pretexting.
  • Cloud Security Analysis: Evaluate and exploit vulnerabilities within AWS, GCP, or Azure environments to ensure robust cloud architecture.
  • Identify and Document Vulnerabilities: Analyze findings, assess impact, and produce detailed reports with clear remediation recommendations.
  • Collaborate on Remediation: Work with engineering and operations teams to validate fixes and strengthen overall system security.
  • Develop Testing Tools and Methods: Create and refine scripts, tools, and methodologies to enhance testing accuracy and coverage.
  • Stay Current with Threat Landscape: Continuously monitor emerging exploits, specifically focusing on MacOS-based threats and cloud-native attack vectors.

Requirements:

  • Significant experience as a Penetration Tester with a track record of testing complex environments.
  • Hands-on experience performing cloud security assessments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is essential.
  • You are a primary MacOS user with the technical proficiency to test and secure native MacOS applications.
  • A strong interest or foundational knowledge in red-teaming methodologies, focusing on post-exploitation and lateral movement.
  • Proficiency with modern penetration testing tools, methodologies, and reporting standards.
  • Excellent analytical and documentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical risks to various stakeholders.
  • Effective communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English.
  • Ownership of a capable MacOS workstation for running modern security and platform-specific testing tools.
  • Amenable to working during US Eastern Time zone hours.
  • Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CRTO, or cloud-specific security certs are preferred.

Benefits:

  • Career Development : Clear path with mentorship and training opportunities
  • Technical Training : Comprehensive onboarding on security and compliance frameworks
  • Competitive Compensation: A competitive base salary with regular performance reviews linked to merit-based appraisals and bonus opportunities.
  • Growth Opportunity : Early-stage company with significant room for career advancement.
  • Remote-First Culture : Flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a global team.