Penetration Tester

About The Role

A-LIGN employs a business model that builds on the best of what the largest corporate security firms have to offer, such as the ability to offer high quality professionals a variety of project experience with high profile clients. What sets us apart is that we have eliminated time reporting, chargeability goals, and sales pressure.

As a Penetration Tester with A-LIGN, you will be part of a dedicated pen testing team whose sole purpose is to test and improve the security of our clients’ systems and data, across a wide range of industries. The team utilizes a broad range of tools and is constantly evolving to discover new vulnerabilities and security weaknesses.

Your responsibilities will include planning and executing penetration testing under the direction of a member of the management team.

REPORTS TO: Managing Consultant

PAY CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

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

• Currently possesses OSCP certification required
• 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

• Employer Paid Health, Vision, Dental 
• 401 (K) Plan with Employer Matching 
• Competitive Bonus Structure 
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance 
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan 
• Virtual Employment 
• Technology Allowance
•  Vacation Bonus 
• Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1 
• Paid Holidays Schedule 
• Certification Reimbursement 
• TSA PreCheck Reimbursement 

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! Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply!