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Penetration Tester

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Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing operations in accordance with DHS and industry best practices.
• Perform web application, network, and infrastructure testing using both commercial and open-source tools.
• Safely execute testing activities under defined operational guidance.
• Document findings in detailed reports with actionable remediation recommendations.
• Collaborate with SOC, engineering, and defensive security teams to validate and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to tool development, methodology refinement, and knowledge-sharing across the team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and at least 1 year of work experience, or Master's degree and at least 3 years of work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in at least one of the following areas: incident detection and response, malware analysis, or cyber forensics.
• Experience with at least 3 of the following tools: Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Cobalt Strike, Tenable Nessus, WebInspect, Scuba, App Detective.
• Must hold one or more of the following certifications: GPEN, GWAPT, GISF, GXPN, OSCP, OSCE, OSWP, OSEE, CISSP, or CEH.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior IT security or audit experience and previous system administration experience.
• IT experience in a Computer Science discipline.

Schedule: 5 days onsite from 8pm to 4am (Overnight).

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Robert Half is an Equal Opportunity Employer.