Trace3, Inc.
Offensive Security Engineer | Web Application Penetration Testing (Remote)
Trace3, Inc., Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Who is
Trace3 ?
Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!
Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1000 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Atlanta, Denver, Detroit, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, San Diego, San Francisco, and Scottsdale.
Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?
Come Join Us!
Street-Smart
- Thriving in Dynamic Times
We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.
Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover
We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentallymapping outevery checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.
Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart
We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.
About the Role:
The Offensive Security Engineer will perform offensive security campaigns for our clients to improve their ability to protect, detect and respond to known adversaries. This position will reduce cyber risk by uncovering vulnerabilities and weaknesses in our client’s enterprise cyber environment through coordinated ethical hacking and penetration testing scenarios. The Engineer will work closely with team members to execute and report on sophisticated ethical hacking exercises, to identify cyber vulnerabilities and reduce the risk posture of enterprise systems. This role will be primarily responsible for performing application and OS security assessments and will make recommendations on effective countermeasures. A key function of this role will be building deep relationships, gaining trust, and enabling client success.
What You’ll Do:
Performs client penetration testing to find any vulnerabilities or weaknesses that might be exploited by a malicious party, using open-source, custom, and commercial testing tools
Conducts periodic scans of networks to find and detect vulnerabilities
Report generation that clearly communicates testing and assessment details, results, and remediation recommendations to clients
Develop scripts, tools, and methodologies to automate and streamline internal processes and engagements
Conduct IT application testing, cybersecurity tool and systems analysis, system and network administration, and systems engineering support for the sustainment of information technology systems (mobile application testing, penetration testing, application, security, and hardware testing)
Provide recommendations to clients on specific security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks including response and recovery of a data security breach
Maintain a firm grasp on the industry and anticipate trends and movements while balancing maturity and timing
Contribute to Trace3’s presence and brand in the Security community
Qualifications & Interests:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in Computer Science or Information Technology or a related technical field; or equivalent related professional experience
OSCP, OSCE, eCPPT, eWPT, PNPT or other equivalent certification(s) is a huge plus
Through understanding of one or more Unix/Linux/Mac/Windows operating systems
2-3 years' experience in at least three of the following:
Red Team penetration test tools such as Kali, ParrotOS, Bloodhound, MetaSploit, BurpSuite, OWASP Zap, etc
Network penetration testing and manipulation of network infrastructure
Mobile and/or web application assessments
Shell scripting or automation of simple tasks using Perl, Python, Go, Powershell or Ruby
Developing, extending, or modifying exploits, shellcode or exploit tools
Developing applications or scripts in C#, ASP, .NET, ObjectiveC, Go, Java (J2EE), Python, or Ruby
Experience with at least one or more of the major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, and GCP)
Strong knowledge of tools used for wireless, web application, and network security testing
Strong knowledge of current web application structure and strong ability to test both modern and older web applications
Motivated self-starter who loves to solve challenging problems and feels comfortable working directly with customers
Excellent oral, written communication, and presentation skills with an ability to present client security sessions and security workshops to C-Level Executives and non-technical audience
Highly organized, detail-oriented, excellent time management skills, and able to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving work environment
Ability to approach customer and sales requests with a proactive and consultative manner; listen and understand user requests and needs and effectively deliver
Comfortable managing multiple and changing priorities, and meeting deadlines in an entrepreneurial environment
Ability to travel when needed
The Perks:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
Competitive Compensation
Training and development programs
Wellness Program
Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
Collaborative and cool office culture
Work-life balance and generous paid time off
***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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Trace3 ?
Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!
Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1000 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Atlanta, Denver, Detroit, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, San Diego, San Francisco, and Scottsdale.
Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?
Come Join Us!
Street-Smart
- Thriving in Dynamic Times
We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.
Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover
We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentallymapping outevery checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.
Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart
We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.
About the Role:
The Offensive Security Engineer will perform offensive security campaigns for our clients to improve their ability to protect, detect and respond to known adversaries. This position will reduce cyber risk by uncovering vulnerabilities and weaknesses in our client’s enterprise cyber environment through coordinated ethical hacking and penetration testing scenarios. The Engineer will work closely with team members to execute and report on sophisticated ethical hacking exercises, to identify cyber vulnerabilities and reduce the risk posture of enterprise systems. This role will be primarily responsible for performing application and OS security assessments and will make recommendations on effective countermeasures. A key function of this role will be building deep relationships, gaining trust, and enabling client success.
What You’ll Do:
Performs client penetration testing to find any vulnerabilities or weaknesses that might be exploited by a malicious party, using open-source, custom, and commercial testing tools
Conducts periodic scans of networks to find and detect vulnerabilities
Report generation that clearly communicates testing and assessment details, results, and remediation recommendations to clients
Develop scripts, tools, and methodologies to automate and streamline internal processes and engagements
Conduct IT application testing, cybersecurity tool and systems analysis, system and network administration, and systems engineering support for the sustainment of information technology systems (mobile application testing, penetration testing, application, security, and hardware testing)
Provide recommendations to clients on specific security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks including response and recovery of a data security breach
Maintain a firm grasp on the industry and anticipate trends and movements while balancing maturity and timing
Contribute to Trace3’s presence and brand in the Security community
Qualifications & Interests:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in Computer Science or Information Technology or a related technical field; or equivalent related professional experience
OSCP, OSCE, eCPPT, eWPT, PNPT or other equivalent certification(s) is a huge plus
Through understanding of one or more Unix/Linux/Mac/Windows operating systems
2-3 years' experience in at least three of the following:
Red Team penetration test tools such as Kali, ParrotOS, Bloodhound, MetaSploit, BurpSuite, OWASP Zap, etc
Network penetration testing and manipulation of network infrastructure
Mobile and/or web application assessments
Shell scripting or automation of simple tasks using Perl, Python, Go, Powershell or Ruby
Developing, extending, or modifying exploits, shellcode or exploit tools
Developing applications or scripts in C#, ASP, .NET, ObjectiveC, Go, Java (J2EE), Python, or Ruby
Experience with at least one or more of the major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, and GCP)
Strong knowledge of tools used for wireless, web application, and network security testing
Strong knowledge of current web application structure and strong ability to test both modern and older web applications
Motivated self-starter who loves to solve challenging problems and feels comfortable working directly with customers
Excellent oral, written communication, and presentation skills with an ability to present client security sessions and security workshops to C-Level Executives and non-technical audience
Highly organized, detail-oriented, excellent time management skills, and able to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving work environment
Ability to approach customer and sales requests with a proactive and consultative manner; listen and understand user requests and needs and effectively deliver
Comfortable managing multiple and changing priorities, and meeting deadlines in an entrepreneurial environment
Ability to travel when needed
The Perks:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
Competitive Compensation
Training and development programs
Wellness Program
Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
Collaborative and cool office culture
Work-life balance and generous paid time off
***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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