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Compu-Vision Consulting Inc. · 1 day ago

Junior Penetration Tester

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityEntry Level
money$35/hr - $40/hr
date2+ years exp

Compu-Vision Consulting Inc. is a consulting firm seeking a Junior Penetration Tester. The role is responsible for performing authorized security testing activities under defined methodologies and senior supervision, focusing on technical fundamentals and high-quality evidence capture in support of client penetration testing engagements.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyOutsourcingSoftware
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Responsibilities

Execute scoped penetration testing tasks under supervision across:
External and internal network assessments
Web application and API testing
Entry-level cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Perform reconnaissance, enumeration, vulnerability validation, and limited exploitation in strict accordance with approved Rules of Engagement
Validate automated scanner output and eliminate false positives through manual testing
Capture defensible evidence including:
Reproduction steps
Screenshots and command output
Clear attack narratives
Draft technical vulnerability content for reports, including:
Root cause analysis
Impact explanation
Remediation guidance aligned to best practice
Maintain detailed working notes suitable for audit, peer review, and retesting
Adhere strictly to ethical testing principles, authorization boundaries, and client confidentiality
Follow defined testing playbooks, escalation paths, and quality standards
Participate in post-engagement lessons learned and internal quality reviews
Actively develop technical capability through labs, internal training, and supervised client work
Progress toward independently executing complete test components

Qualification

Penetration TestingTCP/IPBurp SuiteVulnerability ScannersBasic ScriptingLinux FundamentalsWindows FundamentalsCommon Vulnerability ClassesDNSHTTP/SNmapCompTIA Security+Burp Suite Certified PractitionerCREST CRT

Required

Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S
Linux and Windows fundamentals
Common vulnerability classes (OWASP Top 10)
Hands-on familiarity with Burp Suite
Hands-on familiarity with Nmap
Hands-on familiarity with vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus, Qualys)
Basic scripting capability (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
2–3 years in penetration testing, security testing, or a closely related security role
Demonstrable hands-on exposure via labs, CTFs, bug bounties, or academic projects

Preferred

CompTIA Security+
Burp Suite Certified Practitioner (Associate)
Progressing toward CREST CRT

Company

Compu-Vision Consulting Inc.

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Compu-Vision Consulting Inc. is a dynamic IT consulting enterprise.
dateFounded in 1998
location
North Brunswick, New Jersey, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.compuvis.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (2)
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2020 (12)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

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