Senior Penetration Tester
6 - 10 years
Charlotte, NC
Contract
Hybrid
1 month ago
About the role
Job Title: Senior Penetration Tester
Bill Rate: $60hr on W2
Duration: 11 Months
Work Type: Hybrid
Mode of interview: In-person
Important Notes
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to perform authorized penetration testing across network and infrastructure environments. The role focuses on identifying, validating, and demonstrating security vulnerabilities while supporting risk mitigation efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Required Skills & Experience
Skill
Requirement
Experience
Hands-on experience in penetration testing / offensive security
Required
7–10 Years
Network & infrastructure security testing expertise
Required
7+ Years
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, IDS/IPS
Required
8+ Years
Windows & Linux internals, Active Directory attack paths
Required
8+ Years
Tools: Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, BloodHound, NetExec, PingCastle
Required
7+ Years
Penetration testing report writing
Required
7+ Years
Security frameworks: NIST (800-53, 800-115, 800-61), MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP
Required
7+ Years
Experience in regulated / high-security environments
Required
7+ Years
Legal, ethical, and compliance knowledge in pentesting
Required
5+ Years
Additional Notes
Bill Rate: $60hr on W2
Duration: 11 Months
Work Type: Hybrid
Mode of interview: In-person
Important Notes
- Occasional statewide travel may be required (county visits).
- Valid driver’s license is mandatory.
- Candidate must be available for an in-person interview .
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to perform authorized penetration testing across network and infrastructure environments. The role focuses on identifying, validating, and demonstrating security vulnerabilities while supporting risk mitigation efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute internal & external penetration tests across network and infrastructure environments
- Perform vulnerability identification, validation, and controlled exploitation
- Assess security posture across:
- Network devices (firewalls, routers, switches)
- On-premise systems (Windows, Linux, Unix)
- Active Directory & identity infrastructure
- Remote access solutions (VPNs)
- Cloud environments (as applicable)
- Simulate advanced threat actor techniques such as:
- Privilege escalation
- Lateral movement
- Credential compromise
- Persistence mechanisms
- Evaluate security configurations and effectiveness of controls
- Conduct testing in alignment with approved Rules of Engagement
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive penetration testing reports for technical, audit, and executive audiences
- Support remediation validation and follow-up testing
Required Skills & Experience
Skill
Requirement
Experience
Hands-on experience in penetration testing / offensive security
Required
7–10 Years
Network & infrastructure security testing expertise
Required
7+ Years
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, IDS/IPS
Required
8+ Years
Windows & Linux internals, Active Directory attack paths
Required
8+ Years
Tools: Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, BloodHound, NetExec, PingCastle
Required
7+ Years
Penetration testing report writing
Required
7+ Years
Security frameworks: NIST (800-53, 800-115, 800-61), MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP
Required
7+ Years
Experience in regulated / high-security environments
Required
7+ Years
Legal, ethical, and compliance knowledge in pentesting
Required
5+ Years
Additional Notes
- Candidate must strictly follow ethical hacking and compliance guidelines
- Strong communication skills required for reporting and stakeholder interaction
Skills
Information TechnologyIT Services and IT Consulting