About this opportunity
Halock Security Labs lists this Sr. Offensive Security Consultant opportunity in schaumburg, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position: Sr. Offensive Security Consultant – Web App/API
Location: United States – Remote
Employment Type: Full Time
Pay Range: $130k-$160k /yr base salary depending on experience/expertise
Key Responsibilities
Conduct web application and API penetration testing using a variety of manual methods, tools, and techniques
Develop custom proof‑of‑concept exploits and tooling when automated or existing tools are insufficient
Produce clear, comprehensive technical reports and executive summaries that outline vulnerabilities, business impact, and remediation guidance
Stay current on emerging threats, TTPs, and cyber security trends
Contribute to HALOCK’s penetration testing framework, including deliverables, custom script development, testing methods and techniques, and ongoing research
Participate in project kickoff and report delivery meetings
Model professional standards in client‑facing and internal communications, including being prepared, on time, and responsive during active engagements
Qualifications
Minimum of 6-8 years of professional experience in hands‑on manual web application and API penetration testing across a variety of technologies
Strong knowledge of web application and API security testing tools
Skills‑based industry certification (e.g., OSWA, BSCP, ASCP, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to develop custom tooling in Python, Bash, or similar
Excellent ability to troubleshoot technical issues
Exhibit extensive knowledge of industry standard penetration testing frameworks and methods (e.g., PTES, OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK)
Strong organizational skills, including ability to deliver with minimal supervision
Strong professionalism and speaking/writing skills
Ability to multi‑task without compromising deadlines and assignment expectations
Basic project management competencies such as following process and protocol for project delivery, ability to identify project risks, project multitasking, and ability to self‑manage when appropriate
Ability to execute assessments as defined in project plans, within assigned budgets and due dates
Preferred / Nice to Have
Previous experience conducting penetration testing in a consulting capacity
Cross discipline experience in areas such as network penetration testing, adversarial engagements, mobile application testing, and/or source code review
Working knowledge of PCI DSS, HIPAA, and SOC 1/2, and the ability to translate offensive security findings into compliance‑relevant risk and remediation guidance
Formal education in Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline
Desire to contribute to HALOCK’s blog and/or speak at industry conferences on occasion
HALOCK offers excellent compensation and benefits packages including competitive bonus potential, training and paid certification opportunities, paid time off, health, dental, 401(k), long‑term disability, conference attendance, and more.
Disclosures
HALOCK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
All candidates invited to interview will be required to sign a strict confidentiality and non‑disclosure agreement.
Full background checks are performed, with consent, on all successful candidates before employment offers can be extended.
US citizens and Green Card holders, EAD and TN are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor H1 candidates at this time.
No 3rd parties please. Individuals only need apply.
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Worksite address
schaumburg, IL, 60159, US
Who can apply
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