Barclays - Hanover, NJ
posted 3 months ago
As a Penetration Tester at our Whippany location, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets. Your primary responsibility will be to simulate cyberattacks on our systems, networks, and applications to identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors. You will work closely with various teams to ensure that security measures are effectively implemented and maintained. This position requires a deep understanding of various penetration testing methodologies, tools, and techniques, as well as the ability to think like an attacker to anticipate potential threats. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments of our security posture, including web applications, network infrastructures, and cloud environments. You will utilize a variety of tools and techniques to perform vulnerability assessments, exploit vulnerabilities, and provide detailed reports on your findings. Your insights will be crucial in helping us strengthen our defenses and improve our overall security strategy. Additionally, you will be expected to stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors. You will participate in security awareness training for staff and contribute to the development of security policies and procedures. Collaboration with other security professionals and IT teams will be essential to ensure a comprehensive approach to security across the organization.