Penetration Tester

Job description

Description

The Information Security team at Pennymac is seeking a skilled Penetration Tester to proactively identify and mitigate security risks across our digital landscape.

You'll leverage your expertise to conduct in-depth penetration tests on web applications and AWS infrastructure, uncovering vulnerabilities and weaknesses.

You'll also play a key role in driving the remediation process, collaborating and educating teams to ensure timely and effective resolution of identified security issues.

• 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, empowering teams to address security weaknesses effectively.

• Threat-Informed Vulnerability Management: Proactively identify and prioritize critical vulnerabilities, incorporating threat intelligence to assess potential exploitability and ensure remediation efforts align 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 technology value streams, and optimizing efficiency.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with teams across the organization to conduct threat modeling and security assessments for new applications and features, ensuring security is integrated from the outset.

• Be ready to tackle new challenges and opportunities as they arise

Skills

Penetration test, aws, Security, vulnerability management

Top Skills Details

Penetration test,aws,Security,vulnerability management

Additional Skills & 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, demonstrating the 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 and weaknesses.

• A strong understanding of ethical hacking principles and a commitment to responsible disclosure.

• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN, or others, demonstrating a commitment to professional development.

• Comfortable stepping outside your comfort zone and tackling complex security challenges head-on.

• Proven ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration and communication with the team and management.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear articulation of technical findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.

• Finds satisfaction in meticulously reviewing and documenting findings, ensuring clear communication and contributing to a shared knowledge base.

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 your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services.

We accelerate business transformation for our customers.

Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions.

We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed.

We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology.

We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities.

TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies.

Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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