The Senior Analyst, Cyber Defense – Penetration Testing role at McDonald's involves leading offensive security engagements to identify vulnerabilities in enterprise networks, systems, and applications. This technical position requires expertise in application, cloud, and network penetration testing, as well as the ability to collaborate with global stakeholders to inform risk-based decisions. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting assessments, building technical documents, performing code reviews, and training team members. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in offensive cybersecurity roles, proficiency in scripting languages like Python or PowerShell, and knowledge of networking protocols and Windows/Linux systems administration. Familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK is essential, along with the ability to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
Skills
Python
PowerShell
Go
C
C++
MITRE ATT&CK
TCP/UDP
SSL/TLS
HTTP/S
REST/SOAP APIs
Windows
Active Directory
Linux
OSCP
OSCE
OSEP
OSWE
GWAPT
GPEN
GXPN
GRTP
CRTO
PNPT
EDR
SIEM
Email Gateway
SOAR
What you'll do
Lead offensive security engagements to identify vulnerabilities in enterprise networks, systems, and applications.
Execute penetration testing assessments on network, application, cloud, and mobile platforms.
Analyze industry threat trends and emulate adversarial tactics for defensive strategies.
Develop technical documentation and reports summarizing findings from security evaluations.
Train team members and act as a technical lead to enhance cybersecurity skills within the organization.
Perform code reviews and create basic scripts for proof-of-concepts in penetration testing.
What we're looking for
3-5 years of experience in technical offensive cybersecurity positions.
Expertise in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and related methodologies.
Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework and Cyber Kill Chain.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical analysis.
Proficiency with networking protocols and Windows/Linux systems administration.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and prioritize tasks effectively.
Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) for proof-of-concepts.
Market check
Salary context
This
$138,207–$172,758
range sits above
52%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$112,800–$195,050
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$132,678–$183,288
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 239 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About McDonald’s Corporation
McDonald’s Corporation is the world's largest fast-food chain by revenue, operating over 40,000 locations in more than 100 countries.
McDonald’s Corporation currently has
60 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$138,207–$172,758
across 57 roles with salary data.
NIST 800-53
DevSecOps
CI/CD
Cloud application security
Application security testing
Agile management
Gen AI systems security
U.S. Citizenship
National Security Clearance