About This Role
A Penetration Tester with a focus on Java application security is sought to identify, exploit, and fix vulnerabilities in Java applications to guard against cyber threats. This role involves conducting penetration tests, collaborating with development and testing teams, and contributing to secure development processes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct penetration tests and vulnerability assessments for Java applications and infrastructure
- Identify security flaws in Java code using automated and manual methods
- Create and use custom exploits to test application security, simulating attacker tactics
- Collaborate with Development teams to understand application architecture and find security weaknesses early
- Collaborate with Testing teams to integrate manual and automated testing
- Provide guidance on secure coding and how to fix vulnerabilities
- Stay updated on Java security threats and best practices
- Help improve secure development processes (SDLC)
- Assist in responding to security incidents related to Java vulnerabilities, current published NIST CVE
- Clearly document and report findings, including technical details, risk assessment, and recommended solutions
- Communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical staff
- Contribute to security policies for Java development and deployment
- Manipulate URLs, query parameters, and Application browser data to look for penetration avenues
- Validate and assess browser tokens and cache manipulation and Production vs. non-prod architecture
- Familiar with MITRE ATT&CK Framework
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related software field with 6+ years in a DevSec role
- Core Java coding experience
- Previous job background as an engineer and Dev Sec position on a large-scale public enterprise scale application
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
- Minimum of 6 years of Development/Security experience
- Experience in Penetration Testing/Ethical Hacking with a focus on Java application security
- Strong knowledge of Java programming and its security practices, as well as scripting experience
- Proficiency in web application security principles (e.g., OWASP)
- Knowledge of common web vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS) and exploit techniques
- Experience with penetration testing tools like Burp Suite and Metasploit
- Familiarity with Fortify on Demand SAST and DAST tools
- Strong understanding of cryptography and secure communication protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS)
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
