Senior Penetration Tester-Security

HARMAN’s engineers and designers are creative, purposeful and agile. As part of this team, you’ll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the opportunities, innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do everyday.

Job Description:

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS)

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN DTS, you solve challenges by creating innovative solutions.

• Combine the physical and digital, making technology a more dynamic force to solve challenges and serve humanity’s needs

• Work at the convergence of cross channel UX, cloud, insightful data, IoT and mobility

• Empower companies to create new digital business models, enter new markets, and improve customer experience.

About the Role-

Senior Penetration Tester with deep expertise in application security. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting comprehensive penetration tests, including advanced manual testing techniques and contribute to strengthening our security posture by recommending practical solution principles and secure coding practices.

What You Will Do

• Conduct comprehensive penetration tests on web/mobile/cloud applications, firmware, and hardware devices.

• Perform manual security testing beyond automated tools to uncover complex vulnerabilities.

• Analize systems and architecture to identify security risks and attack surfaces.

• Use industry-standard tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark, Nessus, and custom scripts for exploitation and reconnaissance.

• Simulate real-world attack scenarios to evaluate system resilience.

• Develop and present detailed reports with proof-of-concept (PoC), risk assessments, and remediation guidance.

• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to suggest secure coding practices and fix vulnerabilities at the root.

• Stay up to date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends.

What You Need

• 8–10 years of hands-on experience in penetration testing (application and hardware).

• Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, SANS 25, and common vulnerability patterns.

• Deep familiarity with exploit frameworks (e.g., Metasploit), reverse engineering, and hardware-level attack techniques (e.g., JTAG, UART, SPI).

• Experience analyzing and testing embedded systems, IoT devices, and network appliances.

• Ability to explain vulnerabilities to non-security stakeholders with clarity.

• Proven experience in crafting custom exploits or payloads.

• Solid understanding of secure development lifecycle (SDLC) and CI/CD pipeline integration.

• Certifications like OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, or similar are a strong plus.

What is Nice to Have

• Knowledge of containerized environments.

• Familiarity with secure boot, firmware integrity, and hardware encryption modules.

• Contribution to bug bounty platforms or CVE submissions.

What Makes You Eligible

• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

• Dedicated performer & team player with the ability to advocate appropriately for product quality.

• Relentless learner with a dedication to learn new technologies and test methods

• Self-driven and Innovative to drive continuous improvements in Test process

• Resourcefulness in triaging problems and coordinating with multiple teams for issue resolution

• Strong written, verbal communication and inter personal relationship skills

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.