Job Title: Web Application Penetration Tester
Location: Knoxville, Tennessee (Hybrid Position)
Salary: $65,000 - $95,000 (DOE)
This role is onsite and will require you to be in the office in Knoxville.
Are you passionate about cybersecurity and excited by the opportunity to work as a Web Application Penetration Tester? Join our client's growing cyber security consultancy in Knoxville, Tennessee, and make a significant impact in securing their clients' digital assets.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive web application penetration testing, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing recommendations for remediation.
- Perform security assessments of web applications, APIs, and other related technologies.
- Develop and execute detailed test plans, leveraging both manual and automated testing techniques.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate security risks.
- Stay updated on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and trends in web application security.
Requirements:
- Extensive experience in web application penetration testing, including hands-on experience with industry-standard tools.
- Strong knowledge of web application security vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and methods to detect and exploit them.
- Proficient in scripting and programming languages such as Python, Ruby, or JavaScript.
- Experience with secure coding practices, frameworks, and security-related libraries.
- Familiarity with common web technologies, protocols, and architectures (e.g., HTTP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex security issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $95,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
- A hybrid work environment allows flexibility with remote and in-office work.
- Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and training.
- Collaborative and inclusive work culture with a focus on work-life balance.
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement plans with company matching contributions.
- Paid time off and flexible vacation policy.
Interviews are scheduled to take place next week so if you’re interested in hearing more about this and other roles, then please get in touch asap to discuss further at 480 -818-6995 or send your Resume to k.adams@locke-mccloud.com
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