Penetration Tester
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Job Summary:
The Penetration Tester is responsible for conducting hands-on security testing to assess vulnerabilities across cloud, network, and application layers. This part-time remote role focuses on ensuring the integrity of evidence, thorough documentation, and reproducible findings to support effective remediation efforts. Responsibilities:
- Perform technical testing and vulnerability verification across cloud, network, and web application layers.
- Collect, label, and preserve evidence following a disciplined chain of custody.
- Document findings with clear reproduction steps, impact analysis, and supporting evidence.
- Support attack-path and detection testing as directed by lead roles.
- Own remediation validation and retesting to confirm that security fixes are effective.
- 3 or more years of hands-on vulnerability assessment and penetration testing experience across cloud, network, and web applications.
- Strong manual verification skills to confirm findings beyond automated scanners.
- Careful evidence handling and clear technical documentation abilities.
- OSCP certification, either active or in progress.
- Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for safe and repeatable testing.
- Certifications such as Security+, CEH, GPEN, or GWAPT.
- Strict adherence to evidence integrity and chain of custody procedures.
- Remote work environment requiring disciplined self-management.
- Part-time contract position with up to 15 hours per week.
- Flexible remote schedule over a 12-month contract period.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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