Senior Associate, Mid-Level Penetration Tester (Washington)

Mid-Level Penetration Tester

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Practice Overview :

We are seeking a Mid-Level Penetration Tester with a focus on Web, API, and Mobile Application security assessments to join our consulting team. This role requires not only hands-on penetration testing skills but also the ability to engage with clients, provide security advisory services, and offer remediation guidance. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and consulting skills to effectively communicate risks and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Occasionally, the role may involve network and wireless penetration testing and social engineering.

This role is remote, based in the United States.

Responsibilities :

Technical Execution (75%)

• Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, APIs (REST, GraphQL, SOAP), and mobile applications (Android / iOS).
• Perform black-box, gray-box, and white-box assessments to identify and exploit security weaknesses.
• Utilize industry-standard tools such as Burp Suite Pro, Postman, OWASP ZAP, MobSF, APKTool, Frida, Objection, and related tools.
• Perform source code reviews to identify security flaws in web and mobile applications.
• Develop and execute API security testing strategies, including authentication / authorization testing, token manipulation, and business logic testing.
• Assess mobile app security through reverse engineering, static analysis, dynamic analysis, and runtime instrumentation.
• Stay current with emerging vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and security best practices (e.g., OWASP Top 10, API Security Top 10, MASVS).
• Occasionally conduct network and wireless penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in these areas.

Consulting & Client Engagement (25%)

Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the said markets and considers a broad range of factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The range does not include additional benefits outside of salary. At Ankura, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $85,000 to $200,000; this range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Ankura 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 based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.