Penetration Tester
- Location: Albany, New York
- Remote: Hybrid
- Type: Contract
- Job #12824
DataStaff Inc. is seeking a Penetration Tester for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Albany, NY
- This position is primarily remote, with on-site attendance required for the first 3 weeks. After the initial 3-week period, you will be required to be on-site 2 days per month.
Job Description:
A Penetration Tester with a focus on Java application security is sought to identify, exploit, and fix vulnerabilities in Java applications to guard against cyber threats.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct penetration tests and vulnerability assessments for Java applications and infrastructure.
- Identify security flaws in Java code using automated and manual methods.
- Create and use custom exploits to test application security, simulating attacker tactics.
- Collaborate with Development teams to understand application architecture and find security weaknesses early.
- Collaborate with Testing teams to integrate manual and automated testing.
- Provide guidance on secure coding and how to fix vulnerabilities.
- Stay updated on Java security threats and best practices.
- Help improve secure development processes (SDLC).
- Assist in responding to security incidents related to Java vulnerabilities, current published NIST CVE.
- Clearly document and report findings, including technical details, risk assessment, and recommended solutions.
- Communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical staff.
- Contribute to security policies for Java development and deployment.
- Manipulate URLs, query parameters, and Application browser data to look for penetration avenues. Validate and assess browser tokens and cache manipulation and Production vs. non-prod architecture.
- Familiar with MITRE ATT&CK Framework
Basic Minimum Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a related software field with 6+ years in a DevSec role.
- Core Java coding experience.
- Previous job background as an engineer and Dev Sec position on a large-scale public enterprise scale application.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor"s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of Development/Security experience
- Experience in Penetration Testing/Ethical Hacking with a focus on Java application security.
- Strong knowledge of Java programming and its security practices, as well as scripting experience.
- Proficiency in web application security principles (e.g., OWASP).
- Knowledge of common web vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS) and exploit techniques.
- Experience with penetration testing tools like Burp Suite and Metasploit.
- Familiarity with Fortify on Demand SAST and DAST tools.
- Strong understanding of cryptography and secure communication protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS).
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- High ethical standards and confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications such as OSCP, GWAPT, GXPN, GPEN, LPT, CEH, CISSP, or other industry security certifications.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
- Experience with secure code review for Java.
- Familiarity with cloud security testing.
- Experience with mobile application penetration testing.
- Knowledge of regulations like HIPAA.
- Experience with API testing
This opportunity is available as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months of employment.
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