GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN); Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP); or equivalent development or testing certification (ECSA, CEPT, CPTE, CPTS, etc) * In addition, one or more ...
GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN); Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP); or equivalent development or testing certification (ECSA, CEPT, CPTE, CPTS, etc) * In addition, one or more ...
GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN); Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP); or equivalent development or testing certification (ECSA, CEPT, CPTE, CPTS, etc) * In addition, one or more ...
GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN); Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP); or equivalent development or testing certification (ECSA, CEPT, CPTE, CPTS, etc) * In addition, one or more ...
Conduct offensive security testing to ensure security controls and response actions are effective. If you are detected, shifting from a red team focus to a purple team approach - your purpose isn't ...
Conduct offensive security testing to ensure security controls and response actions are effective. If you are detected, shifting from a red team focus to a purple team approach - your purpose isn't ...
Conduct offensive security testing to ensure security controls and response actions are effective. If you are detected, shifting from a red team focus to a purple team approach - your purpose isn't ...
Conduct offensive security testing to ensure security controls and response actions are effective. If you are detected, shifting from a red team focus to a purple team approach - your purpose isn't ...
Lead Penetration Test Engineer
Calgary, AB · Hybrid
CA$135K/yr
Security Communication & Reporting Communicate and present penetration testing and security assessment findings to both technical andnontechnicalstakeholders. Provide actionable remediation guidance ...
Lead Penetration Test Engineer
Calgary, AB · Hybrid
CA$135K/yr
Security Communication & Reporting Communicate and present penetration testing and security assessment findings to both technical andnontechnicalstakeholders. Provide actionable remediation guidance ...
Lead Penetration Test Engineer
Calgary, AB · Hybrid
CA$135K/yr
Security Communication & Reporting Communicate and present penetration testing and security assessment findings to both technical andnontechnicalstakeholders. Provide actionable remediation guidance ...
Lead Penetration Test Engineer
Calgary, AB · Hybrid
CA$135K/yr
Security Communication & Reporting Communicate and present penetration testing and security assessment findings to both technical andnontechnicalstakeholders. Provide actionable remediation guidance ...
RBC Adversary Emulation is hiring experienced Red Team Operators and Penetration Testers. We're ... In this role, you'll work alongside a highly skilled team of offensive and defensive security ...
RBC Adversary Emulation is hiring experienced Red Team Operators and Penetration Testers. We're ... In this role, you'll work alongside a highly skilled team of offensive and defensive security ...
Casual Security Guard
Fort Mcmurray, AB · On-site
CA$21.89/hr
Ready to suit up as a casual Industrial Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is ... Clean shaven for a fit testing mask N95 This could be more than a job! If you're ambitious with an ...
Casual Security Guard
Fort Mcmurray, AB · On-site
CA$21.89/hr
Ready to suit up as a casual Industrial Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is ... Clean shaven for a fit testing mask N95 This could be more than a job! If you're ambitious with an ...
Casual Security Guard
CA$21.89/hr
Ready to suit up as a casual Industrial Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is ... Clean shaven for a fit testing mask N95 This could be more than a job! If you're ambitious with an ...
Casual Security Guard
CA$21.89/hr
Ready to suit up as a casual Industrial Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is ... Clean shaven for a fit testing mask N95 This could be more than a job! If you're ambitious with an ...
Surveillance Security Guard
CA$19.77/hr
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard What matters most about a role like this is your ... D&A Testing/ Standard basic 5- test within 30 days SureHire / Canda Research Labs) * The site ...
Surveillance Security Guard
CA$19.77/hr
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard What matters most about a role like this is your ... D&A Testing/ Standard basic 5- test within 30 days SureHire / Canda Research Labs) * The site ...
Surveillance Security Guard
CA$19.77/hr
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard What matters most about a role like this is your ... D&A Testing/ Standard basic 5- test within 30 days SureHire / Canda Research Labs) * The site ...
Surveillance Security Guard
CA$19.77/hr
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard What matters most about a role like this is your ... D&A Testing/ Standard basic 5- test within 30 days SureHire / Canda Research Labs) * The site ...
Application Security Developer
Calgary, AB · Hybrid
CA$137K - CA$157K/yr
Perform penetration testing, and offensive campaigns against internal assets; * Perform reactive incident response and forensics when a security event occurs; * Perform proactive research to detect ...
Application Security Developer
Calgary, AB · Hybrid
CA$137K - CA$157K/yr
Perform penetration testing, and offensive campaigns against internal assets; * Perform reactive incident response and forensics when a security event occurs; * Perform proactive research to detect ...
Architect, engineer, and deploy cloud security solutions end-to-end owing the full lifecycle from design through implementation, testing, and production delivery - and partner with DevSecOps teams ...
Architect, engineer, and deploy cloud security solutions end-to-end owing the full lifecycle from design through implementation, testing, and production delivery - and partner with DevSecOps teams ...
Coordinate vulnerability scanning, penetration testing activities, and remediation tracking to ensure security findings are appropriately assessed and addressed. * Support the integration, tuning ...
Coordinate vulnerability scanning, penetration testing activities, and remediation tracking to ensure security findings are appropriately assessed and addressed. * Support the integration, tuning ...
Coordinate vulnerability scanning, penetration testing activities, and remediation tracking to ensure security findings are appropriately assessed and addressed. * Support the integration, tuning ...
Coordinate vulnerability scanning, penetration testing activities, and remediation tracking to ensure security findings are appropriately assessed and addressed. * Support the integration, tuning ...
Site Security Manager (Temporary - 18 Months)
Fort Mcmurray, AB · On-site
CA$40 - CA$42/hr
Candidates must be able to pass N95 respirator fit testing and comply with all site respiratory ... Valid Alberta Security License or willing to obtain one * Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a ...
Site Security Manager (Temporary - 18 Months)
Fort Mcmurray, AB · On-site
CA$40 - CA$42/hr
Candidates must be able to pass N95 respirator fit testing and comply with all site respiratory ... Valid Alberta Security License or willing to obtain one * Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a ...
Site Security Manager (Temporary - 18 Months)
CA$40 - CA$42/hr
Candidates must be able to pass N95 respirator fit testing and comply with all site respiratory ... Valid Alberta Security License or willing to obtain one * Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a ...
Site Security Manager (Temporary - 18 Months)
CA$40 - CA$42/hr
Candidates must be able to pass N95 respirator fit testing and comply with all site respiratory ... Valid Alberta Security License or willing to obtain one * Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a ...
Security Technician V
Edmonton, AB · On-site
The Security Systems Technician will primarily be responsible to install, and trouble shoot ... Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying ...
Security Technician V
Edmonton, AB · On-site
The Security Systems Technician will primarily be responsible to install, and trouble shoot ... Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying ...
Security Technician V
Edmonton, AB · On-site
The Security Systems Technician will primarily be responsible to install, and trouble shoot ... Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying ...
Security Technician V
Edmonton, AB · On-site
The Security Systems Technician will primarily be responsible to install, and trouble shoot ... Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying ...
The Security Systems Technician will primarily be responsible to install, and trouble shoot ... Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying ...
The Security Systems Technician will primarily be responsible to install, and trouble shoot ... Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying ...
Security Tester information
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$91.5K - $101.5K
8% of jobs
$107.9K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$101.5K - $111.5K
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What is the difference between Security Tester vs Penetration Tester?
| Aspect | Security Tester | Penetration Tester |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Security+, CEH, CISSP (optional) | OSCP, CEH, GPEN |
| Work Environment | Internal security teams, testing security measures | External or internal testing, simulated attacks |
| Industry Usage | Broadly used across industries for security assessments | Specialized role focusing on penetration testing |
Security Testers focus on evaluating security systems, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring overall security measures. Penetration Testers perform simulated attacks to exploit vulnerabilities, often requiring more advanced skills and certifications. While both roles aim to improve security, Penetration Testers typically conduct more in-depth, offensive testing, whereas Security Testers may perform broader security assessments.
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What Does a Security Tester Do?
A security tester works to ensure the security of computer networks and systems. Their duties are to gather information and make assessments of computer security systems for a client or employer. They perform scans, look for vulnerabilities in applications, and locate other risks. Other responsibilities include conducting research and trying to breach networks using methods commonly deployed by hackers. The qualifications to become a security tester vary but often include a degree in computer science, cybersecurity, IT, or a related field or extensive experience and technical skills. Professional certifications are available.

Job description
We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.
We are currently looking for team members to join our Security, Privacy, and Risk Consulting practice. The candidate will work with teams of security and privacy staff in a wide variety of systems environments.Our Security, Privacy and Risk Consulting team serves the Information Security and Data Privacy related needs of our clients. This team helps organizations identify their cyber risk, and design and implement program to address those risks and improve their cyber security posture. We serve a diverse base of clients in a variety of industries and understanding how technology impacts the operation and growth of organizations is what we do best.We are seeking individuals skilled at performing vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and secure architecture reviews of a variety of operating systems, network devices, wireless solutions, and their related infrastructure.
Examples of candidate's responsibilities include:
- Perform analysis and testing to verify the strengths and weaknesses of client IT environments utilizing commercial and open source security testing tools
- Perform Internet penetration testing (blackbox/greybox /whitebox testing) and network architecture reviews (manual/automated)
- Perform other security testing tasks such as wireless penetration testing, social engineering campaigns (email, web, phone, physical, etc.), mobile application testing, embedded device testing, and similar activities meant to identify critical weaknesses within client environments
- Assist with the development of remediation recommendations for identified findings
- Identify and clearly articulate (written and verbal) findings to senior management and clients
- Help identify improvement opportunities for assigned clients
- Supervise and provide engagement management for other staff working on assigned engagements
Required Qualifications:
- This position is for individuals with 4+ years of experience within the cyber security space, with a preference for prior consulting or professional services backgrounds. Other candidates may be considered based on experience and skill sets.
- Ability to travel as needed
- Must possess a high degree of integrity and confidentiality, as well as the ability to adhere to both company policies and best practices
- Strong verbal and written abilities
- Strong multitasking and project management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field from an accredited college/university
- Technical background in networking/system administration, security testing or related fields
- In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP
- Two or more years of Perl, Python, Bash, or C experience
- Operating System Configuration and Security experience (Windows, HP-UX, Linux, Solaris, AIX, etc.)
- Configuration and Security experience with firewalls, switches, routers, VPNs
- Experience with security and architecture testing and development frameworks, such as the Open Web
- Application Security Project (OWASP), Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM), the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES), Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), and NIST SP800-115
- Familiar with security testing techniques such as threat modeling, network discovery, port and service identification, vulnerability scanning, network sniffing, penetration testing, configuration reviews, firewall rule reviews, social engineering, wireless penetration testing, fuzzing, and password cracking and can perform these techniques from a variety of adversarial perspectives (white-, grey-, black-box)
- Experience with discovering, utilizing, and possibly writing exploits for such vulnerabilities as buffer and stack overflows
- Familiar with the logistics of security testing such as acquiring authorization for testing, reporting, risk analysis of findings, data handling, and legal considerations
- Commercial Application Security tools experience (Nessus, Nexpose, Qualys, Appdetective, Appscan, etc.)
Open source and free tools experience (Kali Linux suite, Metasploit, nmap, airsnort, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Paros, etc.) - One or more of the following testing certifications: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH); GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN); Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP); or equivalent development or testing certification (ECSA, CEPT, CPTE, CPTS, etc)
- In addition, one or more of the following governance certifications is preferred: Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSP); Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Strong leadership and communication skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to write at a "publication" quality level in order to communicate findings and recommendations to the client's senior management
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.
RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.
At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $98,000 - $167,000Individualsselected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.