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NetSPI · 2 weeks ago

Senior Security Consultant (Cloud Penetration Tester - AWS)

NetSPI is a leader in Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) and is seeking an experienced Senior Security Consultant specializing in Cloud Penetration Testing. The role involves executing cloud penetration tests, developing innovative testing methodologies, and collaborating with clients to enhance their security posture.

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Responsibilities

Execute cloud penetration tests against AWS environments
Develop innovative TTPs in support of Cloud testing
Create attack narratives and findings-based penetration test reports for clients
Collaborate with clients to create remediation strategies that will help improve their security posture
Act as a resource for internal team members as it relates to in-depth technical questions or best practices in Cloud
Assist in QA review of Cloud engagements
Help define and document internal processes and TTPs
Contribute to the information security community through the development of tools, presentations, white papers, and blogs

Qualification

Cloud Penetration TestingAWSPenetration Testing CertificationsOffensive ToolkitsSecurity MisconfigurationsProgramming LanguagesCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationWriting SkillsPresentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher with a concentration in computer science, engineering, math, IT, or equivalent experience
3 - 5 years experience performing offensive/attack-oriented penetration tests against AWS environments and External/Internal networks
Recognized Penetration Testing specific qualifications such as GXPN, OSCP, OSCE, or similar certifications
Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills
Experience performing security focused cloud configuration reviews
Experience with offensive toolkits for both cloud and network penetration testing
Demonstrable knowledge in the following areas: Exploiting security misconfigurations for core cloud services such as Compute, Storage, Databases, Networking, Kubernetes, and other PAAS services
IAM security fundamentals and how to leverage excessive permissions for lateral movement and privilege escalation within the cloud
Testing external cloud attack surfaces
Testing internal cloud attack surfaces

Preferred

Programming experience in one or more of the following languages: Python, PowerShell, C#, Go
Experience researching new cloud service offerings with the goal of identifying misconfigurations and vulnerabilities
Web Application pentesting experience

Company

NetSPI

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NetSPI is a cybersecurity company that offers enterprise security testing and attack surface management services.

H1B Sponsorship

NetSPI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)
2024 (3)
2023 (1)
2022 (2)
2021 (5)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$500M
Key Investors
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts
2022-10-05Private Equity· $410M
2021-05-12Private Equity· $90M
2017-04-21Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Aaron Shilts
President and CEO
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Alvaro Warden
Vice President, WW Channels @ NetSPI
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