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Cloud Security Penetration Tester

Today• Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities:

  • Plans, leads, and conducts penetration tests across multi-cloud environments and cloud-hosted applications.
  • Performs manual and automated testing to identify and validate vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, IAM weaknesses, privilege-escalation paths, insecure trust relationships, and cloud attack paths.
  • Develops detailed assessment reports and presents findings to technical teams and leadership. Leads reporting and collaborates with IT sub-divisions, third-party partners, and business units to identify the impact of technology implementations on IT and business operations.
  • Leads the evolution of cloud penetration testing methodologies, tooling, automation, standards, and best practices.
  • Maintains subject matter expertise. Researches emerging cloud vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and offensive security tooling.
  • Leads the evaluation and onboarding of new tooling, and develops custom tools as needed.
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of ten years of related work experience, including at least three years in information security.
  • Undergraduate degree in related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Hands-on experience performing penetration testing or offensive security assessments across multiple cloud platforms.
  • Experience performing cloud, web application, and API penetration testing using tools such as Burp Suite, Pacu, Redboto, CloudBrute, ScoutSuite, and Prowler.
  • Ability to clearly document and communicate technical vulnerabilities, exploitation scenarios, business impact, and remediation recommendations.
  • Preferred industry security certifications such as GIAC Cloud Penetration Tester (GCPN), OffSec Certified Professional (OSCP), GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), OffSec Web Assessor (OSWA), OffSec Web Expert (OSWE), GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT), etc.

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Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-183597
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-11-07T22:13:55

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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