About this role

Assist in gathering publicly available information and mapping the attack surface of target environments
Configure and execute automated scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Burp Suite, OpenVAS) and assist in analyzing the results
Work under the direct supervision of senior staff to research and test proofs-of-concept for identified vulnerabilities
Help draft technical findings and executive summaries that clearly communicate risks and remediation steps

Foundational knowledge of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, and common web protocols
Familiarity with the OWASP Top 10 and common attack vectors (SQLi, XSS, etc.)
Basic proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
Experience with Linux/Unix environments (Kali Linux experience is a plus)
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Computer Science, or Cybersecurity, with a graduation date on or after Dec 1, 2026
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required

Mentorship from industry-certified professionals (OSCP, CISSP, GIAC)
Exposure to enterprise-grade security tools and methodologies
A behind-the-scenes look at how a professional Penetration Testing team operates within a corporate environment

Penetration Tester Internship

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