Senior Penetration Tester — Alphatechs

Take on the role of the attacker so the organization can stay one step ahead of real threats.

As a Senior Penetration Tester, you'll plan and execute advanced security assessments across networks, applications, cloud environments, and infrastructure, uncovering vulnerabilities before malicious actors do. Your day-to-day will involve simulating sophisticated attack scenarios, documenting findings in detailed technical reports, and advising teams on how to strengthen their defenses.

You'll also mentor junior testers and help shape the methodology and standards of the security practice. The position offers deep technical challenge, continuous learning as the threat landscape evolves, and the satisfaction of knowing your work directly protects critical systems and data.

If you enjoy thinking creatively, breaking things ethically, and turning findings into real security improvements, this role delivers exactly that.

Salary Structure:

Competitive base salary with a structured compensation package
Performance-based re-evaluations available within months of starting
Salary adjustments based on demonstrated skills and contributions
Additional compensation for specialized certifications and expertise

*Final compensation determined based on experience level, certifications, and specialized skills. Significant growth potential through regular performance reviews.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Penetration Tester to join our cybersecurity team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to the security posture of various client organizations. The position requires expertise across multiple testing domains with room for specialization and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

Web Application Testing

Conduct comprehensive security assessments of web applications
Perform OWASP Top 10 vulnerability testing
Execute both automated and manual testing methodologies
API security testing and assessment
Client-side security analysis

Network Testing

Perform infrastructure penetration testing
Conduct network segmentation analysis
Wireless security assessments
Active Directory security evaluation
Support social engineering assessments, where applicable

General Responsibilities

Develop detailed technical reports with executive summaries