Senior Managing Penetration Testing Consultant - X-Force Red

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TL;DR · Senior Managing Penetration Testing Consultant - X-Force Red

As a Global Security Consultant at X-Force Red, you will join IBM Security’s elite team of veteran hackers to perform comprehensive penetration tests on clients’ applications and networks. Your day-to-day responsibilities include identifying vulnerabilities in web, mobile, and thick-client applications, as well as assisting in sales processes and serving as the primary technical contact for projects. You must possess extensive knowledge in testing modern enterprise applications across various frameworks and platforms, along with programming skills in Java, .Net, Python, or Ruby. Additionally, you should have a strong understanding of networks, firewalls, protocols, and security technologies, and be capable of presenting at major conferences and publishing research. This role requires rapid learning of new technologies, 20% travel including international trips, and the ability to coordinate complex security testing projects with multiple consultants.

What you'll do

  • Conduct penetration tests on web, mobile, and thick-client applications.
  • Identify and exploit vulnerabilities to access sensitive data or systems.
  • Assist clients as their primary technical contact for security projects.
  • Rapidly learn new technologies and processes with minimal guidance.
  • Coordinate security testing projects involving multiple consultants.
  • Present at regional or major security conferences and publish research.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of penetration testing experience across various technologies.
  • Deep knowledge and hands-on skills in web application security and at least one additional area like mobile apps or embedded systems.
  • Programming proficiency in Java, .Net, Python, or Ruby.
  • Strong understanding of network security principles and technologies.
  • History of presenting at major security conferences and publishing research.
  • Experience leading and coordinating security testing projects with multiple consultants.
  • OSCP, OSWE, or equivalent technical certifications.

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