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Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester

Albany, NY💼 Full-time💰 $120,000–$120,000🗓 2026-09-15 → 2026-09-30

Core

Identify, exploit, and remediate vulnerabilities in Java-based enterprise applications and supporting infrastructure.

Role type

Senior IC ethical hacker / penetration tester

Builds

Secure enterprise application environments

Domain

Cybersecurity, Application Security, Java

Required skills

Java development, penetration testing, secure coding, DevSecOps, vulnerability assessment, API security, OWASP Top 10, cryptography, SSL/TLS, SAST/DAST tools, exploit development

Preferred skills

OSCP, GWAPT, GXPN, GPEN, LPT, CEH, CISSP, Python, Bash, cloud security testing, mobile app penetration testing, HIPAA compliance

Technologies

Burp Suite, Metasploit, Fortify on Demand (SAST/DAST), Web Proxy Tools, Vulnerability Assessment Platforms

Responsibilities

Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments of Java applications and APIs; Develop and execute custom exploits to simulate attacker techniques; Analyze application architecture and code to identify security risks; Collaborate with development teams to integrate security early in the SDLC; Review source code and provide secure coding guidance; Create detailed reports outlining findings and remediation recommendations; Present security findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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