Penetration Tester
Core
Conduct offensive security assessments on web applications, networks, and software to identify and exploit vulnerabilities for high-profile clients. (via careerplan.io/jobs/13804-penetration-tester-at-bishop-fox)
Role type
Senior Penetration Tester (Offensive Security)
Builds
Security reports, exploit proofs, and remediation guidance for Fortune 100 clients
Domain
Cybersecurity / Application Security / Network Security
Required skills
Web application penetration testing, Network penetration testing, Software reverse engineering, Vulnerability assessment, Exploit development, Security fundamentals (OWASP), Programming/Scripting (Python, Ruby, PowerShell, Java, JavaScript), Linux/Windows/macOS administration, Network exploitation techniques (c2, EDR bypass, privilege escalation)
Preferred skills
Golang source code review, AWS cloud security (IAM, EC2, VPC, S3, Lambda), Mobile app security testing, AI/LLM security assessments
Technologies
Python, Ruby, PowerShell, Java, JavaScript, Golang, Linux, Windows, MacOS, AWS (IAM, EC2, VPC, EBS, S3, CloudWatch, Lambda), c2 frameworks, EDR tools
Responsibilities
Test web applications for vulnerabilities, hack networks to identify entry points, reverse engineer software to find flaws, develop exploits for diverse targets, provide expert advisory opinions on security decisions, document technical findings with actionable remediation guidance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
