Senior Specialist, MAST Penetration Tester

Overview

The KPMG Advisory practice is at the forefront of transformation, offering opportunities to advance careers and expertise. Our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. KPMG emphasizes development, training, and access to market tools to help people grow both professionally and personally. If you are looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, and expand your capabilities, consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Specialist, MAST Application Penetration Tester to join our Managed Services practice.

• Conduct manual application penetration testing against APIs (REST/SOAP), Web Applications, Mobile applications, and thick client applications
• Perform objectives based on abstract penetration testing engagements
• Execute threat modeling, evaluate application business logic, and perform application architecture reviews
• Demonstrate application testing experience in real time via demos to both internal and external audiences
• Function independently in penetration testing engagements, with minimal oversight and guidance
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

• Minimum three years of recent experience in application penetration testing of APIs, web applications, or mobile applications
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent industry experience
• Ability to communicate reporting results to technical and non-technical audiences and lead remediation conversations
• Experience with Burp Suite Pro and other testing tools such as Netsparker and Checkmarx
• One or more major ethical hacking certifications preferred (e.g., GWAPT, CREST, OSWE, OSWA)
• Ability to travel as required
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

KPMG complies with local, state, and federal laws regarding recruitment and hiring. California salary range: $95,855 – $208,265. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a suite of well-being benefits. Benefits vary by job classification, eligibility, and years of service. We provide Personal Time Off per fiscal year and observe a calendar of holidays.

Further details are available on the KPMG US Careers site under Benefits and How We Work.

Los Angeles County applicants:
Material job duties include the abilities to adhere to policies, exercise sound judgment, manage stress, and work respectfully with others. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in line with applicable fair chance laws.