Penetration Tester

Post Date

Apr 30, 2025

Location

Glen Allen,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23060
US
Oct 20, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Security Engineering

Req #

RIC-779230

Pay Rate

$33 - $41 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking experienced penetration testers for a contract role for one of our top clients in the Richmond, VA area. In this role you will pen test over 50 web applications and around 55 API gateways. The role involves thorough testing of each gateway, which contains around 100 APIs. The ideal candidates will have substantial experience with APIs, Burp Suite, and the OWASP API Security Top Ten, as well as practical experience in API building. A minimum of one year of experience in penetration testing, specifically focusing on web applications and APIs, is required. Familiarity with platforms like TryHackMe and Hack The Box will be advantageous.

Pay Range: $25/HR- $50/HR

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

- 5+ years of experience pen testing
- Experience testing API's, evaluating and discovering environments
- Experience working within an Azure environment
- Great soft and communication skills

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Pen Testing certifications

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.