Manager, Cyber Assessment (Penetration Testing)

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KPMG is currently seeking a Manager, Cyber Security to join our their Digital Nexus Organization. This role is a remote work opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed network, and web application penetration tests to uncover potential vulnerabilities
• Perform red teaming exercises to test the resilience and detection capabilities of our security operations, and engage in AI red teaming to improve the robustness, and security of AI systems
• Collaborate with blue team members in purple teaming exercises
• Facilitate security assessments, and manage the resolution of identified vulnerabilities
• Stay current with the latest security trends and techniques
• Provide mentorship and supervision to junior team members
  
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum four years of recent practical experience in cybersecurity, focusing on network and web application penetration testing, red teaming, AI red teaming, cloud penetration testing, and security assessments; relevant certifications such as GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar are highly preferred; Certifications in Azure is a plus
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Solid foundation in network and cloud security concepts, with hands-on experience in cloud penetration testing, and strong understanding of network penetration testing
• Proficiency in scripting and automation for security assessments, with experience in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell along with a strong familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and MITRE ATLAS, OWASP, PTES, and NIST
• Experience with adversarial machine learning techniques and familiarity with common ML frameworks and tools (prompt injection, data poisoning, and model evasion); background with common and emerging security threats, scanning tools, and assessment methodologies
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of security principles, IT security controls and related technologies and products, as well as ability to positively influence, mentor and be a credible source of knowledge to less experienced team members
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
  
  

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