Senior Penetration Tester, Android Security

The Development Quality Innovation(DQI) lab in Mountain View has a dual role that is first to research new automation tools as well as take current tools and refine them to our needs. Second, act as a centralized QA group to provide quality assessment by creating comprehensive E2E test strategy for various Endpoint security solution developed. This duality provides a unique opportunity to explore new concepts in different technologies and perform original research in quality domain. We are looking for a Senior Penetration Tester, that conducts pre-authorized simulated attacks on our groundbreaking B2B enterprise products and services to test system resilience. In this role, you will conduct offensive security operations to emulate adversary tactics and procedures to test preventative, detective, and response controls across the global technology landscape. You will use your expertise to help influence technology decisions and work as part of a team to create consistent approaches to the offensive security processes and techniques. Our ideal candidate is a creative thinker and an excellent communicator who is comfortable working in a demanding, fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for security and a strong understanding of the latest technologies, we want to hear from you! Position Responsibilities: Develop expertise in our product solutions, deep diving into design/architecture, & execute white box and black box penetration scenarios Plan, scope and conduct vulnerability assessment/ Penetration test on internal / external facing public assets such as Android platform, Android Apps, Backend APIs, and Cloud services Research and conduct adversary simulation for known security threats and identify novel attack vectors to test a system's relative security readiness Conduct Threat modelling, Threat Intelligence and scoping with stakeholders Assist in creating and maintaining internal penetration testing and practice within QA team Build Test harness & required Automation suites and validate attack vectors in Threat Lab Creating and targeting journals publications on security research Vulnerability logging and tracking until closure Co-ordinate with program management, security architects at Internal & offshore sites to present the plan, strategy and reports Stays up to date on current tools, technologies, and vulnerabilities to incorporate into testing practices Research and developing exploits for zero-day vulnerabilities Required Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education training and experience 5+ years' experience in Penetration testing including with 2+ year experience in Android Comprehensive knowledge in Information Security practices on malware, phishing attacks, attack vectors and methods to protect against threats Extensive Knowledge in Java ,Kotlin or C or any relevant programming language Experience with reverse engineering tools (e.g. IDA Pro & Ghidra) , debugging tools(e.g. JTAG/SWD) Strong communications, documentation and reporting skills Special Attributes: Experience in Endpoint security platforms History in cyber security competitions or CTFs Blogpost on security research, walkthroughs or PoCs on security domain Malware development or reverse engineering experience Experience testing Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Extended Detection & Response (XDR) platforms, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) or related products Cyber Security or Security relevant disciplines Certifications in offensive security: OSCP or OSWA or OSWE or CRTO or BSCP or similar Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. 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