11 days ago

Manual Penetration Tester

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Hybrid
Full Time
$180,000
Hybrid

Job Overview

Job TitleManual Penetration Tester
Job TypeFull Time
CategoryCommerce
Experience5 Years
DegreeMaster
Offered Salary$180,000
LocationHybrid

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Job Description

Manual Penetration Tester

Compu-Vision Consulting, Inc. is seeking a skilled Manual Penetration Tester to join their team. This contract role focuses on securing web and API applications through comprehensive manual testing techniques. You will be instrumental in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities, conducting threat modeling, and guiding clients through remediation strategies, working independently on diverse engagements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform manual application penetration testing on Web Applications, APIs (REST & SOAP), Mobile Applications, and Thick Client Applications.
  • Conduct threat modeling, business logic testing, and application architecture reviews to identify potential weaknesses.
  • Execute objective-based and abstract penetration testing engagements to ensure robust security postures.
  • Develop and exploit Proof-of-Concept (POC) attacks to demonstrate vulnerability impact.
  • Demonstrate application security testing methodologies in real-time to internal and external audiences.
  • Work independently on engagements with minimal supervision, managing projects effectively.
  • Clearly communicate findings, risk levels, and remediation guidance to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Lead remediation discussions and support clients in evaluating security solutions.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5+ years of recent hands-on experience in Web application penetration testing, API security testing, and Mobile application security testing.
  • Strong experience with manual testing techniques and business logic vulnerability discovery.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard application security testing tools such as Burp Suite Pro and Netsparker.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear stakeholder interaction.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or equivalent industry experience.

Preferred Certifications (Not Required)

  • GWAPT
  • CREST
  • OSWE
  • OSWA

Key skills/competency

  • Manual Penetration Testing
  • Web Application Security
  • API Security Testing
  • Mobile Application Testing
  • Vulnerability Discovery
  • Threat Modeling
  • Business Logic Testing
  • Burp Suite Pro
  • Netsparker
  • Remediation Guidance

Tags:

Manual Penetration Tester
Web security
API security
Mobile security
Threat modeling
Vulnerability discovery
Business logic testing
POC attacks
Application architecture review
Independent testing
Burp Suite Pro
Netsparker
OWASP ZAP
Nessus
Metasploit
Kali Linux
SAST
DAST
Container security
Cloud security tools

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  • Research Compu-Vision Consulting, Inc.'s culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
  • Tailor your resume for penetration testing: Highlight 5+ years in web/API pen testing, manual techniques, and tool proficiency like Burp Suite Pro.
  • Showcase your technical expertise: Prepare to discuss past engagements, vulnerability discovery, and remediation strategies with specific examples.
  • Emphasize communication and independence: As a Manual Penetration Tester, demonstrate your ability to articulate complex security concepts to diverse audiences and work autonomously.
  • Highlight relevant certifications: While not required, mention preferred certifications like GWAPT, CREST, OSWE, or OSWA to stand out.

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