Penetration Tester

About the Role

The Penetration Tester works to execute department activities and deliver high-quality security assessments to a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of comprehensive security testing across a wide range of industries, utilizing a broad array of tools to discover and mitigate vulnerabilities. As the Penetration Tester, you will provide exceptional technical and creative strategies to help the continued growth of our fast-paced company while operating in an environment free from the pressures of time reporting, chargeability goals, or sales targets. A-LIGN will depend on you as the Penetration Tester to support management, plan and execute sophisticated penetration tests, and ensure the ongoing protection of our clients’ most critical systems and data.

Reports to

Managing Consultant

Pay Classification

Full-Time

Responsibilities

Execute internal, external, wireless, and web application pen tests

Execute social engineering tests, including phishing, vishing, and physical

Execute vulnerability scans and assessments

Compile and write client reports

Navigate the Kali system from the command line only

Create, modify, move, and write files and documents from the command line only

Create and write Bash scripts from the command line

Reimage devices and virtual machines with Kali Linux

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, management information systems, computer science, or relevant discipline

EXPERIENCE

At least 2 years of experience performing network and application pen tests

CERTIFICATIONS

OSCP certification

Additional relevant pen test certifications preferred

SKILLS

Familiarity with a text editor, Nano, Vi, etc

Knowledge of nMap tool and flag options

Solid knowledge of networking, creating SSH tunnels, and listening for them on a receiving device

Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation

Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively

A high degree of motivation

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness

Group Pension Plan with Company Match

Competitive Bonus Structure

Home Office Reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

Personalized Career Coaching

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1

Summer Hours

About A-LIGN

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com.

Come Work for A-LIGN!

Apply online today at A-LIGN.com and learn about life at A-LIGN by following us on LinkedIn .

A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.