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Penetration Tester

Zelvin Security
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025
Job Description

The Opportunity:

Are you a penetration tester who wants to make a difference? How about working for a company that is focused on your growth instead of the bottom line?

If so, you are invited to apply -- Zelvin Security is hiring a Penetration Tester to join the team!

Founded in 2002, Zelvin Security is a proactive Ethical Hacking consultancy located in Knoxville, TN where we provide remote penetration testing for clients such as financial institutions, healthcare systems, and critical infrastructure. The team of talented offensive security experts are known for their skills, accuracy, and client-centric support to businesses focused on an independent, third-party cybersecurity evaluation.

In this role, the penetration tester is responsible for performing network, cloud, and application security testing using the latest strategies and developing engagement deliverables to support the cybersecurity goals of clients.

Who You Are:

An experienced Penetration Tester: Cloud, Network, Application, IoT and other types of Penetration Testing Engagements

Understand NIST and CIS.

Clearly communicate findings to technologists and executives.

Enjoy being innovative, grow professionally, and improve with a positive attitude.

Organized and can prioritize workflow.

Keep up with the latest trends in cybersecurity.

Think critically, act ethically, and have integrity.

Hold a bachelor’s degree in CS, IT, Forensics, Cybersecurity, or a similar field, or equivalent work experience.

The Responsibilities:

Perform penetration testing of cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments.

Analyze, prioritize, and parse findings and curate recommendations.

Develop a written report using industry best practices, efficient remediation strategies, and clear guidance according to the client’s environment.

Research and develop tools and processes to address emerging threats.

Be a team player with a positive attitude to meet the other needs and goals of the organization.

How You Stand Out:

Excellent customer service skills and writing skills.

Possess a commitment to professional development.

Produce detail-oriented and accurate work.

Hold an OSCP or an equivalent offensive security certification.

What We Offer:

  • Unlimited time off
  • Continuing education credits
  • A competitive salary based on experience and skills
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401K with a company match
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Dog friendly office

This full-time position is located onsite in Knoxville, TN at Zelvin Security. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment is dependent on background check, drug screening, and E-Verify results.

Company Description

Zelvin Security is a cybersecurity firm specializing in Ethical Hacking. We work with businesses and organizations to help them secure applications, networks, architecture and other sensitive assets to reduce cybersecurity risks. Our experienced Ethical Hacking testers perform penetration tests: application, mobile, cloud, network testing and other red and purple team exercises. We are a privately own business with strong values and a team environment.

Zelvin Security is a cybersecurity firm specializing in Ethical Hacking. We work with businesses and organizations to help them secure applications, networks, architecture and other sensitive assets to reduce cybersecurity risks. Our experienced Ethical Hacking testers perform penetration tests: application, mobile, cloud, network testing and other red and purple team exercises. We are a privately own business with strong values and a team environment.

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