Penetration Tester

Fortreum is a trusted leader in cloud and cybersecurity services, ranked in the Top 5 FedRAMP Third Party Assessment Organizations (3PAO). We provide independent, third-party and vendor-agnostic regulatory assessment and advisory services, coupled with advanced cybersecurity offensive and compliance technical services to our clients. Our comprehensive service portfolio includes regulatory compliance (FedRAMP, FISMA, SOC, ISO, HIPAA, CMMC, PCI) and technical security services (Penetration Testing, Red Teaming, Social Engineering, Attack Surface Analysis and others).

Working with Fortune 500 companies and leading cloud service providers, we've built our reputation on our service-delivery excellence and unwavering commitment to client success. Our rapid growth creates exceptional opportunities for driven professionals to make their mark in the cybersecurity industry with a focus on our core values:

• Quality matters most

• Customer-driven mindset

• Autonomy to do your job

• Personal accountability/stewardship

The Opportunity

On our team, you will have the opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the field. Fortreum team members have supported the biggest cloud providers in the world, and you will have the opportunity to learn from the best. We're seeking a seasoned Penetration Tester to join our team. Your expertise in cloud penetration testing (FedRAMP and other compliance frameworks) and security best practices will be essential in helping our customers.

Key Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for conducting network, application (API, mobile, and web), and Social Engineering penetration testing. Specifically, you would:

• Work closely with all members of the team to conduct penetration testing of customer networks, applications (API, web, and mobile), and/or social engineering activities to achieve the customer’s objectives of the engagement.

• Advise customers on details of vulnerabilities, remediation strategies, and compliance requirements.

• Prepare final deliverables for delivery to customers within established timelines.

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers and stakeholders.

• Coordinate project readiness with internal teams and customers.

• Pursue continuous professional development in by achieving industry specific certifications (must be willing to meet FedRAMP certification requirements as outlined by A2LA).

• Perform project readouts with customers to notify them of the outcome of their penetration test.

• Train and mentor junior team members.

• Interface with customers and other internal delivery team members through entire engagement, interacting will all levels of customer organizations.

• This is a customer facing role. Travel is expected to be limited in nature; however, you may be required to travel to client locations to deliver professional services periodically when needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 2+ years of equivalent experience

• 2 - 6+ years of penetration testing experience (scaled by level)

• Experience conducting web application and network penetration testing

• Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (bash, Python, PowerShell, Ruby, etc.)

• Strong grasp of penetration testing methodologies

• Familiarity with frameworks such as OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, OSSTMM, and/or PTES

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a consulting environment and manage multiple priorities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Certifications such as GPEN, eCPPT, OSCP, OSWA, OSWE, or OSCE

• Ability to quickly assess new technologies and emerging attack vectors

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to develop technical content (whitepapers, blog posts, etc.)

• Strong initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic team

• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with team members and clients

• Familiarity with network architecture, protocols, and common technology stacks

• Ability to work in a team environment with compliance specialists who conduct security control assessments in parallel

• Comfortable supporting fast-paced team environments

• Familiarity of penetration testing in cloud environments encompassing a variety of technology stacks

What Fortreum Offers

We offer a competitive compensation package, where you will be rewarded based on your performance/outcomes and recognized for the value you bring to our business. You will be a part of something special as we continue to grow. The founders have a proven track record of successful company acquisitions/exit of both small and mid-market cybersecurity organizations. Our benefits package includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) with 5% employer match, company paid short-term disability, company paid long-term disability, company paid AD&D and life insurance, flex time off, annual bonuses, training stipends, certification reimbursements, access to over 30,000 free online training courses, personal cell phone allowance, new hire and annual home office stipend, spot awards and eleven paid holidays.

An Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

Fortreum is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected] or call 703-594-1460. This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.