KLM Careers
Application Offensive Security Consultant
KLM Careers, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
The Application Offensive Security Consultant will be a critical member of the Application Security team, contributing to the Technology Risk initiative. This role focuses on conducting offensive security assessments on applications while providing subject matter expert (SME) guidance to key projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of application security testing, red teaming, and penetration testing, equipped to guide project initiatives and ensure adherence to security best practices.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Health benefits
Flexible working conditions
Why you should apply for this position today
This position offers the chance to work at the forefront of application security, providing opportunities to engage in meaningful security assessments. You will work collaboratively with various teams, enhancing your skills while contributing to significant projects that impact the organization.
Skills
Minimum of 6 years of experience in application security testing
At least 4 years of experience in conducting red teaming engagements
Proficiency with application security testing tools such as Burp Suite Professional and OWASP ZAP
Ability to perform manual security testing and utilize live off the land strategies
Strong understanding of vulnerabilities in OWASP Top 10 and SANS Top 25, along with effective defense techniques
Familiarity with the MITRE Framework and adversarial methodologies
Capability to bypass controls and test countermeasures for misconfigurations
Excellent multitasking and the ability to work under pressure
OSCP or GWAPT certification is a plus
Responsibilities
Perform red teaming against applications and APIs
Conduct application threat hunting to assess risks
Execute manual (non-automated) security testing of applications
Provide vulnerability information in predefined report formats following manual testing methodologies
Generate assessment reports and summarize findings for remediation, documenting technical issues identified during security assessments
Act as a subject matter expert in response to security engineering questions related to application defense enhancements
Collaborate with Security Architects, Product Managers, Risk Managers, and other teams to deliver high-quality products
Note: Responsibilities may extend beyond those listed above.
Qualifications
Minimum of 6 years of related experience
Bachelors Degree and/or equivalent experience
This is not a penetration testing role; it extends beyond traditional pen testing.
Education Requirements
Bachelors Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Experience Requirements
Minimum of 6 years of experience in application security testing
At least 4 years of experience in red teaming engagements
Proficiency with application security testing tools and methodologies
Employment Type : Contractor
Education Level : Bachelor's degree
Additional Requirements
Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
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