Penetration Tester (Cybersecurity)

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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

***This Opening is Office Centric 4 days a week in either Raleigh or Atlanta office***

Are you a skilled and motivated Penetration tester and want to join our Pentest team?

The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough security assessments of our web applications, Thick Clients, Mainframes, Network Boundary and other on-demand tests with a goal of identifying vulnerabilities, and working closely with development teams to enhance our overall security posture.

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time. 

• Schedule and conduct demo sessions with application teams to understand the functionality and architecture of target applications 

• Perform comprehensive penetration tests on a set list of web applications, adhering to industry-standard best practices for each test 

• Utilize a variety of tools including Burp Suite, Metasploit, Kali Linux, Nessus, and other relevant hacking tools 

• Conduct testing across diverse environments, including on-premises, APIs, AWS, Azure infrastructures 

• Document and report vulnerabilities, including detailed explanations, reproduction steps, and potential impacts 

• Provide clear and actionable recommendations for remediation to development teams 

• Conduct retests to verify the successful resolution of identified vulnerabilities 

• Stay updated with the latest web application security threats and testing methodologies 

Desires 

• 1-3 years of experience in web application penetration testing or equivalent experience with platforms such as HackTheBox, TryHackMe, Proving Grounds, VulnHub or GitHub 

• Demonstrated ability to discover and exploit web application vulnerabilities 

• Experienced in using penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite, Metaspoit, and Nessus 

• Familiarity with cloud environments 

• Strong understanding of web technologies, protocols, and common security vulnerabilities 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and presenting vulnerabilities 

• Understanding of networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP, subnetting, and the OSI model 

• Working knowledge of common network protocols such as HTTPS, SMB, SNMP, and LLMNR 

• Familiarity with the concept of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and how security practices are integrated within software development 

• Understanding of industry-standard security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. 

• Knowledge of the OWASP framework and the OWASP Top 10 

Personality Traits 

• Self-Starter with a strong drive for continuous learning and improvement 

• Highly analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving skills 

• Meticulous attention to detail and well-organized work approach 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team/multi-team environment 

Required Qualifications: 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in systems engineering or administration or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. 

• In-depth knowledge in applied enterprise information security technologies including but not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, network operating systems, identity management, database activity monitoring, encryption, content filtering, and Mainframe security. 

• Previous experience in planning and managing IT projects 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree and six years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. 

• Banking or financial services experience 

• Certifications such as CompTIA Pentest +, OSCP, OSQW, or other relevant offensive security certifications 

• Experience with scripting languages such as python and bash 

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (NYDFS, NIST CSF, PCI-DSS, SOX, SOC1, UCF) 

• Published CVE/CWE contributions, hackathon participation, CTF events, and independent security projects 

Apply today if you are passionate about web application security, have a knack for finding vulnerabilities, and enjoy the challenge of continuously learning about emerging threats. Join our team and help safeguard our digital assets. 

Other Job Requirements / Working Conditions

Sitting

Constantly (More than 50% of the time)

Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.

Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.

Travel

Minimal and up to 10%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.

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