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Senior Penetration Tester

Job Description

The Senior Penetration Tester leads high-impact red team operations, identifying exploitable vulnerabilities across networks, applications, and cloud infrastructure. This position combines technical mastery, creativity, and leadership to simulate real-world adversaries and help clients fortify their defenses.

Key Duties

• Lead end-to-end penetration testing engagements across diverse environments.
• Conduct exploit development and advanced lateral movement exercises.
• Collaborate with clients to scope and prioritize testing objectives.
• Produce detailed technical findings and executive remediation reports.
• Mentor junior testers and contribute to internal research initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of penetration testing or red team experience.
• Expert knowledge of network, web app, and cloud exploitation techniques.
• Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, and custom scripts.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, OSINT, and social engineering tactics.
• Certifications like OSCP, OSWE, or CRTP are highly preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental insurance, paid family leave, flexible hybrid work, professional development funding, certification support, generous vacation policy, and opportunities for global travel and collaboration.

Company Description

Silent Breach is a global leader in offensive cybersecurity, combining cutting-edge research, real-world intelligence, and advanced defensive strategies to protect organizations against the world’s most sophisticated threats. With offices in New York, Paris, Singapore, Chennai, Tampa, and Tallinn, we empower clients to think like hackers - and defend like pros.

Tampa, USA
Full-Time
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hiring process at Silent Breach?

Our recruitment process includes an initial interview, technical assessment, and final conversation with leadership. For technical roles, you may also complete a live challenge or case study that mirrors real client scenarios.

Does Silent Breach hire international applicants or offer relocation support?

Yes. Silent Breach welcomes global talent across all regions. For select roles, we offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship. Many international employees work remotely or from one of our global offices in New York, Paris, Singapore, Chennai, Tampa, or Tallinn.

How does Silent Breach support professional growth?

We invest heavily in training and certifications. Employees receive funding for industry-recognized credentials such as OSCP, CISSP, and AWS Security, as well as opportunities to attend global cybersecurity conferences.

What kind of projects will I work on?

Our teams handle high-impact, real-world cybersecurity challenges - from global penetration tests and 0-day research to managed defense for Fortune 500 companies and critical infrastructure operators.

What benefits do employees receive?

Silent Breach offers comprehensive health and dental insurance, paid family leave, flexible vacation, certification sponsorship, and a collaborative, research-driven culture where every team member contributes to innovation.