Rapid7 is hiring a Security Analyst, Penetration Testing

Rapid7 is hiring a Security Analyst, Penetration Testing to join our Global Services team. You will work directly with clients to improve their security posture through in-depth technical testing and by sharing practical defense strategies.

What You'll Do

• Perform technical testing against a variety of targets, including network penetration testing (internal, external, and wireless), web application and API testing, and social engineering (on-premise and electronic).
• Consistently produce high-quality reports and peer-review colleagues' work for errors and inaccuracies.
• Help develop and create Executive Briefings.
• Deliver timely reports to clients and external stakeholders.
• Translate technical concepts and convey them to non-security personnel.
• Be capable of learning in a fast-paced environment and taking on solo engagements.
• Participate in industry conferences and professional organizations.
• Work with various Managed Services teams to help deliver day-to-day tactical reports, triage alerts, address customer needs, and assist with incident response handling and communication.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years in an active technical security role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous technical security consulting experience.
• Knowledge of modern penetration testing tools and methods.
• Strong knowledge of network, web-based application, and IEEE 802.11 security concepts.
• Knowledge of Windows/Linux/UNIX internals and the Internet protocol suite.
• Experience using interpreted languages (Ruby, Python, PHP, etc.) and knowledge of compiled languages (Java, C, C++, Assembly, etc.).
• Experience with social engineering techniques and tactics.
• The ability to ask for help.

Nice to Have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, CIS or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Certifications such as GPEN, CPTS, or OSCP.

Technical Stack

• Ruby, Python, PHP, Java, C, C++, Assembly

Team & Environment

You will be part of the Global Services team at Rapid7, a dynamic and collaborative workplace where new ideas are welcome. Our vision is to create a secure digital world for customers, industry, and communities.

Benefits & Compensation

• Annual salary range: $86,700.00 - $117,300.00 USD

Work Mode

This is a remote position open to candidates across the United States.

Rapid7 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.