Penetration Testing Engineer - Application Security

The Penetration Testing Engineer – Application Security is a mid-level role for a tester who has grown beyond the basics and can independently execute penetration tests within a primary domain of expertise. Engineers are offensive security subject matter experts – conducting full assessments with minimal supervision, contributing to methodology improvements, and acting as a point of contact for clients during engagements. By this stage, they are capable of scoping and planning a test in their domain, executing tests, and producing and communicating detailed reports with practical remediation advice.

Mid-level testers act as the technical client focal within engagements, leading technical execution for assigned projects.

Requirements

Typical Experience: ~3–5 years of penetration testing experience, during which they have performed numerous assessments. At this point, they have a track record of completed pen tests...