Senior Specialist, Application Penetration Tester
Welcome to KPMG, where we believe that innovation and technology are the keys to success in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. As a Senior Specialist in our Application Penetration Testing team, you will play a crucial role in helping our clients protect their most valuable digital assets. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual who is passionate about identifying and mitigating potential security risks in complex applications. If you are a natural problem-solver with a strong technical background and a drive to continuously improve and adapt, we want you to join our team. Are you ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role? Keep reading to learn more about the qualifications we are looking for.
- Conduct comprehensive penetration testing on complex applications to identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
- Develop and implement effective strategies for mitigating identified risks and vulnerabilities.
- Utilize advanced tools and techniques to simulate real-world attacks and identify potential security weaknesses.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that security best practices are integrated into the development process.
- Provide expert guidance and recommendations to clients on improving the security of their applications.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, tools, and techniques for application penetration testing.
- Create detailed reports and documentation of findings, including recommendations for remediation.
- Act as a subject matter expert and provide technical support to team members and clients.
- Continuously assess and improve the effectiveness of existing security measures and processes.
- Monitor and respond to emerging security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations to discuss findings and recommendations.
- Mentor and train junior team members on application penetration testing best practices.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
- Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity of client information.
- Collaborate with management to develop and implement team objectives and goals.
Extensive Experience In Application Security Testing: A Senior Specialist, Application Penetration Tester At Kpmg Should Possess A Deep Understanding And Practical Experience In Conducting Various Types Of Application Security Testing, Including Web Application, Mobile Application, And Api Testing.
Strong Knowledge Of Industry Standards And Best Practices: The Ideal Candidate Should Possess A Thorough Understanding Of Current Industry Standards And Best Practices In Application Security, Such As Owasp Top 10, Sans Top 25, And Nist Guidelines.
Proficiency In Using Security Testing Tools: A Senior Specialist Should Be Proficient In Using Various Security Testing Tools Such As Burp Suite, Owasp Zap, And Kali Linux For Conducting Manual And Automated Security Testing.
Excellent Communication Skills: As A Senior Specialist, The Candidate Must Possess Excellent Verbal And Written Communication Skills To Effectively Communicate Technical Findings And Recommendations To Both Technical And Non-Technical Stakeholders.
Relevant Certifications: A Senior Specialist, Application Penetration Tester Should Have Relevant Certifications Such As Certified Ethical Hacker (Ceh), Offensive Security Certified Professional (Oscp), Or Giac Web Application Penetration Tester (Gwapt) To Demonstrate Their Expertise In The Field.
Risk Management
Network Security
Penetration testing
Information Security
Incident response
social engineering
Vulnerability Assessment
Web application security
Code
Ethical Hacking
Mobile Application Security
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Time management
creativity
flexibility
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Specialist, Application Penetration Tester in Detroit, MI, USA is $120,000-$150,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on various factors such as the company, years of experience, and additional skills or certifications.
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KPMG International Cooperative is a multinational professional services network, and one of the Big Four accounting organizations. Seated in Amstelveen, the Netherlands, KPMG is a network of firms in 154 countries, with 207,050 people and has three lines of services: financial audit, tax, and advisory.
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