Security Engineer, Penetration Testing
Blackbaud is looking for a Security Engineer to join their Penetration Testing team. The Cyber Security Penetration Testing team ensures that all applications and networks are thoroughly tested to identify weakness before malicious actors have the chance to exploit them.
You will partner with stakeholders across the organization to understand the expected behavior and expose any vulnerabilities found during testing.
Blackbaud is committed to ensuring security issues are identified and remediated in collaboration with our engineering partners across the business.
If that description fits your approach to security, we’d love to chat with you about what you can do to help our mission!
What you’ll be doing :
Perform tests on applications, networks, and cloud infrastructures
Research and experiment different types of attacks
Develop methodologies for penetration testing
Review code for security vulnerabilities
Document detailed steps of your approach and execution along with all evidence of findings
Automate common testing techniques to improve efficiency
Determine solutions which can be implemented within the Blackbaud environment and technologies
Write technical reports which also include executive level summaries
Communicate findings to both technical staff and leadership
Validate security improvements with additional testing
Stay current with emerging threat trends
Research, learn, improve skills to emulate attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures
Mentor and share knowledge with other security practitioners and technology stakeholders
What we'll want you to have :
5+ years experience in planning, conducting, and managing penetration tests
Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell
Experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Nmap (Network Mapper), etc.
Experience in the network and application security disciplines
Deep knowledge of OWASP and experience with Application Security practices
Advanced network skills
Familiarity with system and network exploitation, attack pathologies and intrusion techniques (such as denial of service, sync attacks, malicious code, password cracking, etc).
Ability to develop exploits for diverse targets and
Proficiency with Linux, Windows, and MacOS
Expert technical writing and documentation skills
Proficiency in Cloud security and exploiting common cloud specific security weaknesses
College degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or equivalent professional experience
Industry specific technical certification : CEH, CompTIA PenTest+, GPEN, GWAPT, OSCP, CPT, etc
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Blackbaud is a remote-first company which embraces a flexible remote work culture. Blackbaud supports hiring and career development for all roles from the location you are in today!
Blackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
To all recruitment agencies : We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
A notice to candidates : Recruitment Fraudulent Alert : Your personal information and online safety as a candidate mean a lot to us! At Blackbaud and our portfolio of companies, recruiters only direct candidates to apply through our official careers page ator our official LinkedIn page.
Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers, or conduct interviews via Skype.
Anyone suggesting otherwise is not a representative of Blackbaud. If you are unsure if a message is from Blackbaud, please email.
The starting base pay is $117,200.00 to $157,500.00. Blackbaud may pay more or less based on employee qualifications, market value, Company finances, and other operational considerations.
Benefits Include :
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Remote-first workforce
401(k) program with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Generous Parental Leave
Volunteer for vacation
Opportunities to connect to build community and belonging
Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
Tuition reimbursement program
Security Engineer, Penetration Testing
Blackbaud is looking for a Security Engineer to join their Penetration Testing team. The Cyber Security Penetration Testing team ensures that all applications and networks are thoroughly tested to identify weakness before malicious actors have the chance to exploit them.
You will partner with stakeholders across the organization to understand the expected behavior and expose any vulnerabilities found during testing.
Blackbaud is committed to ensuring security issues are identified and remediated in collaboration with our engineering partners across the business.
If that description fits your approach to security, we’d love to chat with you about what you can do to help our mission!
What you’ll be doing :
Perform tests on applications, networks, and cloud infrastructures
Research and experiment different types of attacks
Develop methodologies for penetration testing
Review code for security vulnerabilities
Document detailed steps of your approach and execution along with all evidence of findings
Automate common testing techniques to improve efficiency
Determine solutions which can be implemented within the Blackbaud environment and technologies
Write technical reports which also include executive level summaries
Communicate findings to both technical staff and leadership
Validate security improvements with additional testing
Stay current with emerging threat trends
Research, learn, improve skills to emulate attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures
Mentor and share knowledge with other security practitioners and technology stakeholders
What we'll want you to have :
5+ years experience in planning, conducting, and managing penetration tests
Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell
Experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Nmap (Network Mapper), etc.
Experience in the network and application security disciplines
Deep knowledge of OWASP and experience with Application Security practices
Advanced network skills
Familiarity with system and network exploitation, attack pathologies and intrusion techniques (such as denial of service, sync attacks, malicious code, password cracking, etc).
Ability to develop exploits for diverse targets and
Proficiency with Linux, Windows, and MacOS
Expert technical writing and documentation skills
Proficiency in Cloud security and exploiting common cloud specific security weaknesses
College degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or equivalent professional experience
Industry specific technical certification : CEH, CompTIA PenTest+, GPEN, GWAPT, OSCP, CPT, etc
LI-REMOTE
Stay up to date on everything Blackbaud, follow us on , , , and
Blackbaud is a remote-first company which embraces a flexible remote work culture. Blackbaud supports hiring and career development for all roles from the location you are in today!
Blackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
To all recruitment agencies : We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
A notice to candidates : Recruitment Fraudulent Alert : Your personal information and online safety as a candidate mean a lot to us! At Blackbaud and our portfolio of companies, recruiters only direct candidates to apply through our official careers page ator our official LinkedIn page.
Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers, or conduct interviews via Skype.
Anyone suggesting otherwise is not a representative of Blackbaud. If you are unsure if a message is from Blackbaud, please email.
The starting base pay is $117,200.00 to $157,500.00. Blackbaud may pay more or less based on employee qualifications, market value, Company finances, and other operational considerations.
Benefits Include :
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Remote-first workforce
401(k) program with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Generous Parental Leave
Volunteer for vacation
Opportunities to connect to build community and belonging
Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
Tuition reimbursement program