Penetration Tester

Bishop Fox

Penetration Tester securing complex software for prominent organizations. Collaborating with US and international teams to solve security challenges.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudEC2GoJavaJavaScriptLinuxMacOSPythonRuby

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You’re a penetration tester who knows their way around source code.
You’ve plundered apps and pillaged networks (legally, of course).
You have a passion for hacking and information security.
You’ll be working alongside our US and internationally-based teams supporting clients across multiple industries.
With Bishop Fox, your responsibilities would include testing web applications, hacking networks, and reversing software.
As a consultant, you’ll work on a variety of projects which include short-term engagements and extended program work with well-established clients.
You'll solve challenging technical problems and build creative solutions.
As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide your expert opinion to help our clients navigate difficult business decisions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years experience in planning, conducting, and managing web application penetration tests
5+ years of application security experience
Deep understanding of security fundamentals (OWASP), common vulnerabilities, and application security best practices
Skilled in vulnerability assessment and the development of exploits for diverse targets
Background in system and network security, authentication and security protocols, and applied cryptography is helpful
Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, PowerShell, Java, JavaScript, etc.
Bonus if you have experience reviewing Golang source code for vulnerabilities
Proficiency with operating systems- Linux, Windows, MacOS
Experience with network and system exploitation including modern tactics, techniques, and procedures (e.g. c2 frameworks, EDR bypass, privilege escalation, password cracking, lateral movement, etc.)
Strong technical reporting and documentation skills
Advanced relevant academic training, such as a degree in Computer Science or an OSCP, is a definite bonus
Experience with AWS cloud environments preferred with an understanding of its major technologies, such as IAM, EC2, VPC, EBS, S3, CloudWatch, and Lambdas, and how to keep them secure
Secondary expertise in one or more of the following areas preferred: Cloud Security Assessments, Mobile Application Security Testing, Hybrid Application Assessments, or AI/LLM Security Assessments. Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and executive stakeholders, including actionable remediation guidance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Our comprehensive benefits program is tailored to meet your needs at an affordable price.
We embrace diversity and an inclusive culture.
We value our employees and who they are, which fosters a powerful and collective talent base.

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Hard Skills & Tools

penetration testingapplication securityvulnerability assessmentexploit developmentprogrammingscriptingnetwork exploitationtechnical reportingcloud security assessmentsmobile application security testing

Soft Skills

problem solvingcreative solutionscommunicationconsultingadvisory

Certifications

OSCPdegree in Computer Science