Penetration Tester

About the Role The Penetration Tester works to execute offensive security activities for Pathfynder by A-LIGN . In this role, you will be responsible for the delivery of external network, web application, and API penetration testing engagements. As the Penetration Tester, you will provide exceptional technical and client-focused testing strategies to help support the continued growth of our fast-paced company. A-LIGN will depend on you as the Penetration Tester to independently identify and validate real-world security risks, manually exploit vulnerabilities, document findings, and communicate practical remediation guidance to clients. Reports to Director, Web Application & External Offensive Operations Pay Classification Full-Time, Exempt Responsibilities Execute external network, web application, and API penetration testing engagements Identify, validate, and manually exploit vulnerabilities using public exploits, custom-developed exploits, or a combination of techniques Evaluate findings in context, develop realistic attack paths, and accurately assess business and technical risk Deliver clear, accurate, client-ready reports that explain findings, risk ratings, evidence, and actionable remediation guidance Communicate technical issues, testing results, and remediation recommendations to client stakeholders Maintain project quality and timelines while executing assigned engagements with minimal oversight Collaborate with the offensive security team to evaluate tools, im