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Security Engineer | Web Application Penetration Testing (Remote) job at Trace3. Dallas, TX. Security Engineer | Web Application Penetration Testing (Remote) Who is Trace3 ? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the big picture. We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The Stuff it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where its due and demonstrate transparency. We bring the weather by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us. About The Role The Offensive Security Engineer will perform offensive security campaigns for our clients to improve their ability to protect, detect and respond to known adversaries. This position will reduce cyber risk by uncovering vulnerabilities and weaknesses in our clients enterprise cyber environment through coordinated ethical hacking and penetration testing scenarios. The Engineer will work closely with team members to execute and report on sophisticated ethical hacking exercises, to identify cyber vulnerabilities and reduce the risk posture of enterprise systems. This role will be primarily responsible for performing application and OS security assessments and will make recommendations on effective countermeasures. A key function of this role will be building deep relationships, gaining trust, and enabling client success. What Youll Do Performs client penetration testing to find any vulnerabilities or weaknesses that might be exploited by a malicious party, using open-source, custom, and commercial testing tools Conducts WebApp penetration tests over a variety of products. Report generation that clearly communicates testing and assessment details, results, and remediation recommendations to clients Develop scripts, tools, and methodologies to automate and streamline internal processes and engagements Conduct IT application testing, cybersecurity tool and systems analysis, system and network administration, and systems engineering support for the sustainment of information technology systems Provide recommendations to clients on specific security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks including response and recovery of a data security breach Maintain a firm grasp on the industry and anticipate trends and movements while balancing maturity and timing Contribute to Trace3s presence and brand in the Security community Qualifications & Interests Bachelors degree in Engineering in Computer Science or Information Technology or a related technical field; or equivalent related professional experience OSCP, eCPPT, eWPT, PNPT, OSWE or other equivalent certification(s) is a huge plus Through understanding of one or more Unix/Linux/Mac/Windows operating systems 2-3 years' experience in at least three of the following: Red Team penetration test tools such as Kali, ParrotOS, Bloodhound, MetaSploit, BurpSuite, OWASP Zap, etc Network penetration testing and manipulation of network infrastructure Web application assessments (Mobile application testing a plus) Shell scripting or automation of simple tasks using Perl, Python, Go, Powershell or Ruby Developing, extending, or modifying exploits, shellcode or exploit tools Developing applications or scripts in C#, ASP, .NET, ObjectiveC, Go, Java (J2EE), Python, or Ruby Experience with at least one or more of the major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, and GCP) Strong knowledge of tools used for web application and network security testing Strong knowledge of current web application structure and strong ability to test both modern and older web applications Motivated self-starter who loves to solve challenging problems and feels comfortable working directly with customers Excellent oral, written communication, and presentation skills with an ability to present client security sessions and security workshops to C-Level Executives and non-technical audience Highly organized, detail-oriented, excellent time management skills, and able to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving work environment Ability to approach customer and sales requests with a proactive and consultative manner; listen and understand user requests and needs and effectively deliver Comfortable managing multiple and changing priorities, and meeting deadlines in an entrepreneurial environment Ability to travel when needed Estimated Pay Range $120,000$130,000 USD The Perks Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Competitive Compensation Training and development programs Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages Collaborative and cool culture Work-life balance and generous paid time off Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr Trace3

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