Rapid Strategy: Senior Penetration Tester (WebApp and Network)

Rapid Strategy is currently seeking a skilled Senior Penetration Tester with 5-8 years of experience to join their team. This is a remote role with the company being headquartered at http://rapidstrategy.io.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough penetration tests on web applications to identify vulnerabilities
• Utilize various penetration testing tools and methodologies to simulate cyber attacks
• Analyze web applications for weaknesses and vulnerabilities using manual and automated methods
• Understand and exploit known web vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), and others
• Prepare detailed reports on findings and provide recommendations for security improvements
• Collaborate with development teams to advise on security best practices
• Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats and testing methodologies

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, OR equivalent experience
• 5-8 years of experience in penetration testing
• Industry certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), or GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT)
• Strong understanding of web application technologies and protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, HTML, JavaScript, etc.)
• Proficiency in tools like Tennable, Burp Suite, NMap, OWASP ZAP, Metasploit, SQLMap, etc.
• Experience with known exploits and their mitigation
• Ability to analyze and report on penetration testing outcomes effectively
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with programming/scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, and Ruby
• Expert knowledge of network security and operating systems
• Familiarity with cloud environments and container technologies

This role will be primarily remote but may require travel.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Remote work option
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A supportive and diverse work culture
• Chance to work with cutting-edge technology and tools
• Travel opportunities

To find out more or apply for this role, please use the following link: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/rapid-strategy-senior-penetration-tester-webapp-and-network