Lead Application Penetration Tester

3 weeks ago

Washington, United States Editech Staffing Full time
Onsite / Washington, DC

Job Overview

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Application Penetration Tester to join their dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for cybersecurity, a deep understanding of application security, and the ability to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the security of our applications and guiding our security testing and vulnerability triage.

As a lead, you will oversee a comprehensive security assessment of a cloud-native, microservices-based architecture. Your focus will be on web and mobile applications, cloud security testing, adversary emulation, and continuous security posture improvement. You will mentor junior team members and lead the development of security strategies and best practices.

You will leverage your expertise in application security, utilizing tools such as SAST (Static Application Security Testing), DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing), and SCA (Software Composition Analysis) to perform both static and dynamic source code reviews. Additionally, you will employ threat modeling and threat actor attack pathing to continually validate the effectiveness of the customer’s security controls.

The primary goal is to ensure that the security controls implemented by the organization are functioning as intended. By doing so, you will enhance the overall security defenses and collaborate with global development teams to maintain the ongoing security of the globally adopted application.

Job Description Highlights

 Leadership and Mentorship:

  • Lead and mentor a team of penetration testers, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality security assessments.

Security Testing Of Developer Operations And Mobile Apps

  • Conduct and oversee thorough security testing of developer operations and mobile applications (iPhone and Android).
  • Identify security issues and vulnerabilities.

Source Code Reviews

  • Perform and supervise in-depth source code reviews to identify security flaws or weaknesses.

Executing Tests/Assessments And Drafting Reports

  • Execute and oversee detailed assessments, compile findings into reports, and present actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

Strategy Development

  • Develop and implement security testing strategies and best practices to enhance the organization’s security posture.

Collaboration

  • Collaborate with global development teams to maintain the ongoing security of the globally adopted application.

Required Skills And Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent job experience.
  • Professional certifications such as GWAPT (GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester), OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), or similar.
  • 5-7 years of experience in application security testing and source code review with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Proficiency in multiple programming languages and understanding of secure coding practices.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for identifying vulnerabilities.
  • Testing Developer Flows and Mobile Apps: Conducts thorough security testing of developer workflows and mobile applications (for both iPhone and Android platforms), identifying security issues and vulnerabilities.
  • Conducting Source Code Reviews: Performs in-depth source code reviews to identify security flaws or weaknesses that could be exploited in software applications.
  • Executing Tests/Assessments and Drafting Reports: Executes detailed assessments and compiles findings into reports for further review and action.

Tools And Technologies

Experience with tools like Burp Suite Pro, Checkmarx, Corellium, Synopsys, Acunetix, VeraCode, SAST & DAST Tools, Plextrac, Cloud security (AWS / Azure / Oracle), Postman, SmartBear ReadyAPI, SoapUI, and Hashicorp Vault.

Benefits

Beyond a role, joining OnDefend means becoming part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Our client offers:

Health and Wellness

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering medical, dental, and vision.

Financial Benefits

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401(k) Matching: Company matches contributions to the 401(k) retirement plan up to a certain percentage.

Work-Life Balance

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Including vacation days, sick leave, and holidays to help you recharge and spend time with loved ones.

Professional Development

  • Training and Development: Access to professional development programs, workshops, and certifications.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for further education and courses related to the job.
  • Career Growth Opportunities: Clear career progression paths and opportunities for promotion.

Company Culture

  • Inclusive Environment: A diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued.
  • Team Building Activities: Regular team-building events and social gatherings.

Additional Perks

  • Technology and Tools: Access to the latest technology and tools needed to perform the job effectively.

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