Penetration Testing Engineer

SWATX is seeking a skilled Penetration Testing Engineer to strengthen their cybersecurity team. This role focuses on conducting comprehensive security assessments across various platforms and systems. The position involves performing thorough penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to protect digital assets. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong analytical and communication skills.

As a Penetration Testing Engineer, you'll be responsible for simulating real-world cyberattacks, identifying security vulnerabilities, and providing actionable remediation strategies. The role requires expertise in using various security tools and staying current with the latest security threats and attack techniques. You'll work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to improve the organization's security posture.

The position offers an opportunity to work with modern security tools and technologies, including cloud platforms and mobile applications. You'll be part of a team dedicated to maintaining high security standards while adhering to industry best practices and frameworks like OWASP and NIST. This role is perfect for security professionals who are passionate about cybersecurity, have strong ethical principles, and enjoy the challenge of protecting organizations from evolving security threats.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills. With preferred certifications like CEH, OSCP, GPEN, or CISSP, you'll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a dynamic environment while contributing to the organization's security strategy and best practices.