Lead Penetration Testing Engineer

If you are a passionate and experienced Lead Penetration Testing Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply and join our team!

Position: Lead Penetration Testing Engineer

Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Salary: $228000 - $256000

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience: 8-12 years

Industry: Information Technology & Services

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Penetration Testing Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative team. As the Lead Penetration Testing Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of our company's systems and networks. You will lead a team of talented penetration testing engineers and work closely with our development, operations, and security teams to identify vulnerabilities and potential security risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of penetration testing engineers and provide technical guidance and support.
• Develop and implement penetration testing strategies and procedures, including vulnerability assessments, network and web application testing, and social engineering.
• Conduct regular security assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend remediation strategies.
• Perform penetration testing on new and existing applications, systems, and networks to identify security weaknesses.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into the software development life cycle.
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure that all systems and networks are secure and compliant with industry standards.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and techniques and make recommendations to enhance our overall security posture.
• Provide detailed reports of security findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the company's compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in penetration testing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of network and web application security testing techniques, tools, and methodologies.
• Knowledge of common security standards, such as OWASP, SANS, and NIST.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools, such as Nessus, Qualys, and Metasploit.
• Familiarity with scripting languages, such as Python, Ruby, or PowerShell.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Professional certifications, such as OSCP, OSCE, CISSP, or CEH, are preferred.

At Lobox, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.