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RSM is seeking an experienced application penetration tester with expertise in both manual and automated testing to join our Security and Privacy Risk Consulting group. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of various testing methodologies and tools, as well as a passion for uncovering vulnerabilities and identifying potential security risks. This position will play a critical role in helping our clients prevent, detect, and respond to security threats affecting their critical systems and data. As a member of the Security, Privacy, and Risk Consulting team, you will oversee application security testing for our clients and train team members. Our team's goal is to empower both development and security teams with accurate security findings at the highest standards of quality in order to identify and eliminate risk across our clients' application portfolios. Join our team of more than 150 professionals dedicated to serving the cybersecurity needs of our diverse client base within a variety of industries.
Role Responsibilities:
- Supervise and lead security assessments, including static and dynamic application security testing
- Conduct manual penetration testing on web applications, network devices, and other systems
- Collaborate with our clients in a fast-paced environment across many technology stacks and services, including cloud platforms and development technologies
- Develop, enhance, and interpret security standards and guidance
- Demonstrate and promote security best practices, including secure development and cloud security
- Assist with the development of remediation recommendations for identified findings
- Identify and clearly articulate (written and verbal) findings to senior management and clients
- Help identify improvement opportunities for assigned clients
- Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices
- Lead and foster teamwork and open communication to deliver successful outcomes
- Supervise, mentor, and manage the engagement of other staff working on assigned engagements
Qualifications and Experience:
- BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent work experience
- Advanced expertise in web security, with comprehensive knowledge of vulnerabilities and effective exploitation techniques
- 5+ years of experience in code review, application security testing, or web application development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient programming skills (e.g. Java, Python, Ruby, JavaScript)
- Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, and knowledge of cloud security best practices
- Familiarity with development technologies like Docker, CDK, Terraform, Java, Python, React, GraphQL, JSON, REST, etc.
- Must possess a high degree of integrity and confidentiality, as well as the ability to adhere to both company policies and best practices
- Technical background in application development, networking/system administration, security testing, or related fields
- Experience with both static application security testing (SAST) and dynamic application security testing (DAST) using various tools and techniques
- Preferred, but not required - one or more relevant certifications such as Offensive Security Web Assessor (OSWA), Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Burp Suite Certified Practitioner, or AWS Certified Security Specialist.
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance lifes demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.
