Apprentice Penetration Tester

Bishop Fox is the leading authority in offensive security, providing solutions ranging from continuous penetration testing, red teaming, and attack surface management to product, cloud, and application security assessments. We’ve worked with more than a quarter of the Fortune 100, half of the Fortune 10, eight of the top 10 global technology companies, and all of the top global media companies. Our Cosmos platform was named Best Emerging Technology in the 2021 SC Media Awards and our offerings are consistently ranked as “world-class” in customer experience surveys. For more than 16 years, we've been contributing and giving back to the security community. We’ve published more than 16 open-source tools and 50 security advisories in the last five years alone. Learn more at bishopfox.com or follow us on Twitter.  

Given our exceptional growth, we are expanding and hiring an Apprentice Penetration Tester to join us on this exciting journey for 6 months in a full-time program. You fancy yourself a pentester. You know your way around source code. You’ve plundered apps and pillaged networks (legally, of course). You have a passion for hacking and information security. Ideally, you’ve attended a few security conferences and competed in some CTFs. In your spare time, you work on your home lab, update your personal security blog, and participate in Reddit NetSec threads.  

Responsibilities  

As an Apprentice Penetration Tester, you’ll have the chance to train individually with some of the industry’s VIPs. You’ll gain priceless firsthand experience with consulting and participate in cutting-edge research and thought leadership projects. No two days are the same here, but what we can guarantee is that every day at Bishop Fox, you’ll be learning. Plus, you’ll work in a casual environment filled with plenty of laidback and friendly folks. If you haven’t realized it yet, this is no ordinary internship.  

• Assist with application and network penetration tests in accordance with our methodology and the individual goals for each client/project.
• Learn to use tools and platforms we use in projects
• Build an understanding of consulting best practices
• Gain an understanding of Bishop Fox’s platforms and reporting practices. Ensure all activities align with BF policies, ethical guidelines, and relevant legal standards
• Various day-to-day tasks or projects as assigned by management
• Actively engage in training sessions, workshops, and certifications to develop a better understanding of offensive security practices 

Requirements 

• Candidates must be available to participate in this program for 6 months in a full-time job capacity starting mid-February, 2025
• Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science/Engineering or related field OR equivalent relevant professional experience 
• IT/Security experience is preferred. Preference is given to offensive cybersecurity experience or hands-on infrastructure experience.
• Entry-level understanding of security fundamentals and common vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP Top Ten)  
• Familiarity with security tools, such as Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, etc. 
• Basic competency in networking and scripting/ programming (e.g, python, bash, powershell), as a plus having experience on automating security tasks and understanding code execution. 
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills at an upper-intermediate level, with the ability to clearly document and convey findings.  
• Ability to work effectively within a team  
• Demonstrate passion and self-motivation 

Interested? Drop us a line today! 

Bishop Fox has always allowed its employees to work remotely, and this role could work anywhere in the United States. Our comprehensive benefits program is tailored to meet your needs at an affordable price. We embrace diversity and an inclusive culture. We value our employees and who they are, which fosters a powerful and collective talent base to successfully serve our clients and the security community with unparalleled expertise.   

Bishop Fox is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  All new hires must pass a background check as a condition of employment.