TEKsystems is hiring: Penetration Tester in Westlake Village

Overview

The Information Security team at Pennymac is seeking a skilled Penetration Tester to proactively identify and mitigate security risks across our digital landscape. You will conduct in-depth penetration tests on web applications and AWS infrastructure, uncover vulnerabilities, and drive remediation in collaboration with teams to ensure timely and effective resolution of identified security issues.

Responsibilities

• Proactive Security Assessments – Conduct comprehensive security assessments using a combination of manual and automated techniques to uncover vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors across enterprise assets.
• Actionable Remediation Guidance – Deliver clear and concise written and verbal guidance for mitigation and remediation activities to empower teams to address security weaknesses effectively.
• Threat-Informed Vulnerability Management – Proactively identify and prioritize critical vulnerabilities, incorporating threat intelligence to assess exploitability and align remediation with the evolving threat landscape.
• Technical Consultation – Assist technical leaders in application and network design or updates, offering insights to enhance security posture.
• Vendor Oversight – Provide expert technical guidance, establish rules of engagement, and oversee third-party penetration testing services to maintain consistent security standards.
• Automation & Efficiency – Champion the adoption of automated tools for continuous security assessments, strengthening security value streams and optimizing efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with teams to conduct threat modeling and security assessments for new applications and features, ensuring security is integrated from the outset.
• Adaptability – Be ready to tackle new challenges and opportunities as they arise.

Qualifications

• 2 Year college degree (Associate) or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years minimum years of experience
• Strong grasp of AWS architecture, engineering principles, and security best practices
• Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments, implementing remediation strategies, and driving continuous improvement
• Deep understanding of security assessment tools and techniques, with ability to identify and analyze vulnerabilities effectively
• Proven ability to perform threat modeling and uncover risks that may evade automated detection tools
• Comfortable reading and reviewing code in various languages, identifying potential security vulnerabilities
• Strong understanding of ethical hacking principles and responsible disclosure
• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN, or others
• Strong communication skills to convey findings and recommendations to diverse audiences
• Independent work capability with collaboration and coordination with the team and management

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $72.11/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth options
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace & Application

This is a fully remote position. This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

About TEKsystems

TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company and an equal opportunity employer. We are a global provider of technology and talent solutions, committed to diversity and inclusion.