Pen Tester Consultant (1099)

Employment Type: 1099/Independent Consultant Location: Scottsdale, AZ preferred / remote locations will be considered. Summary We are seeking a consultant Penetration Tester where you'll be a critical part of our security team, tasked with proactively identifying vulnerabilities across our customers' entire technology stack to secure their systems and protect their assets. This is a role for a self‑starter who excels at simulating real‑world threats, doesn’t give up at the first sign of failure, and is able to clearly relay testing results to technical and non‑technical audiences. Key Roles & Responsibilities Deliver application, network, systems, and infrastructure penetration tests for customers. Prepare high quality reports detailing security issues, making recommendations, and identifying solutions, contribute to presentations and discussions with customers around testing performed, key results, recommendations, and the next steps. Conduct reconnaissance and gather open‑source intelligence. Safely deploy offensive tools and techniques against authorized targets. Develop custom scripts and tools to enhance red team capabilities. Communicate findings and strategies to technical and executive stakeholders. Provide risk‑based recommendations and support defensive teams in improving detection and response. Build and promote strong, long‑lasting relationships with a diverse range of customers, and identify and explore opportunities within existing and new customers. Ensure that KPIs around client expectation management, delivery deadlines, quality of work and deliverables are met, including conducting quality management. Share knowledge and support Professional Services team members to up‑/cross‑skill in hard and soft skills. Assist with innovation, and practice improvement activities, under supervision. Preferred Skills Certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, GPEN, GCIH, GWAPT, GXPN. Required Skills/Abilities Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience. 4+ years of hands‑on experience in offensive security, including: Network and web application penetration testing. Social engineering (email, phone, physical). Exploit development or tool customization. Strong understanding of threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures. Experience with red, blue, or purple team exercises. Willingness to travel for on‑site assessments as needed – less than 10% travel. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving technical landscape. Proven ability to problem‑solve and think critically in a fast‑paced environment. All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer and must be able to pass a background check. Lumifi welcomes and encourages diversity in our workplace. As an EEO employer all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic disposition, past or present military service or any other classification protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lumifi