KPMG US is hiring: Senior Specialist, SCA Penetration Tester in Portland

Senior Specialist, SCA Penetration Tester – KPMG US

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 environment, our professionals must adapt and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. This role is part of a firm with strong team connection where you can grow professionally and personally while contributing to secure coding standards and best practices.

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 three years 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

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Location: Hillsboro, OR (and related duties as assigned). This section includes sample salary information for illustration and may vary by location and candidate.