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Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Principal Penetration Tester (Engineering Level 5) to join our Penetration Testing Team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting a variety of Pen Tests, including web application, network, mobile, and cloud penetration testing, as well as participating in red team exercises. You’ll also contribute to ongoing efforts to strengthen our security infrastructure and offensive capabilities.


As a senior team member, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and remediate vulnerabilities. We foster a collaborative environment where continuous learning and growth are encouraged.

Job Description

Must Have Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in penetration testing with hands-on expe ience using tools like Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus etc.

• Advanced proficiency in cloud platforms - AWS, GCP, Azure and mobile app security testing.

• Stay current with emerging threats and techniques in AI/ML security.

• Complete understanding of the OWASP Top 10, CVSS, and CVE databases.

Nice To Have Skills:

• Extensive experience in strategic planning and executing large-scale, enterprise-wide security initiatives to address complex security challenges.

• Proven experience in leading security research and development initiatives. Contributions such as research publications, CVEs, CTF participation, and conference presentations are considered valuable additions.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex assessments while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Proven expertise in mentoring and providing guidance to junior team members

• Strong scripting experience with Python, Bash, Ruby, C/C++, C#, or Java to automate testing processes and streamline remediation.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with attention to detail and a proactive mindset.

• Strong presentation skills

• Certifications such as: OSCP, OSWA, OSWE or similar.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing across diverse systems, applications, technologies and environments.
• Identify program improvement opportunities and develop processes to mature and scale the Pen Testing program.
• Present thought leadership in new and emerging advanced security trends, vulnerabilities and attack techniques
• Lead security research and development efforts and provide technical leadership.
• Develop remediation strategies and architect solution to challenging cybersecurity gaps.
• Execute application penetration tests for APIs, mobile SDKs, cloud environments and web applications from both open and closed-box perspectives.
• Analyze and prioritize findings based on the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) database, the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) and internal Risk Rating system.
• Contribute to and maintain the team’s tools, labs, and attack infrastructure; actively share knowledge through internal wikis and repositories.
• Effectively communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, preparing comprehensive reports and presentations.
• Stay informed on the latest cybersecurity trends, techniques, and vulnerabilities by following industry publications and threat feeds.

Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:

• Medical & Dental

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Generous paid time off

• Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.

• Courtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.

• Learn more at jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits

  We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

• This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

• Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

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Skills

Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Architecture, Innovative Solutions

Compensation

This job can be performed in Colorado with a Pay Range of $136,762.89 - $224,681.90

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work.    Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus.  Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees.  We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most.  That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relevant Work Experience

10 Years +

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.