Specialist, SCA Penetration Tester Job at KPMG US in Jacksonville

Overview

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KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you\'re looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Specialist, SCA Penetration Tester to join our Managed Services practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth source code analysis and manual penetration testing of web applications to identify vulnerabilities and security flaws
• Collaborate with development and engineering teams to remediate findings and provide secure coding guidance
• Utilize industry-standard tools (for example: Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Fortify, Checkmarx) to perform dynamic and static application security testing
• Document and communicate findings in detailed reports, including risk ratings, remediation recommendations, and technical evidence
• Stay current with emerging threats, attack vectors, and security trends relevant to web applications and source code vulnerabilities
• Support internal security initiatives and contribute to the development of secure coding standards and best practices
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG\'s respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of recent experience in web application penetration testing and source code analysis
• Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (for example: OWASP Top 10)
• Hands-on experience with SAST and DAST tools, and scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Java
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Relevant certifications (for example: OSCP, GWAPT, CEH, CSSLP) are a plus but not required
• Ability to travel as required
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: General Business

Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA and other benefits information is provided on the KPMG US Careers site under Benefits & How We Work.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.