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Team Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Network Penetration Tester to join our cybersecurity team. This role combines hands-on technical expertise in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities within corporate networks with operational responsibilities for scheduling and coordinating penetration testing activities across the organization. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.Role Overview And Core Responsibilities
- Conduct network penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and potential attack vectors.
- Simulate real-world attacks to assess the security posture of corporate systems, applications, and infrastructure.
- Develop and execute test plans, including reconnaissance, exploitation, post-exploitation, and reporting.
- Document findings with clear risk ratings and remediation recommendations.
- Collaborate with IT and security teams to validate fixes and retest as needed.
Required Knowledge And Experiences
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ Years Experience in penetration testing, preferably in internal/corporate environments.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols, Windows/Linux environments, Active Directory, and common enterprise technologies.
- Familiarity with tools such as Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus, and custom scripts.
- Experience with vulnerability management platforms and ticketing systems.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills for scheduling and stakeholder coordination.
- Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN, or similar are a plus.
TransUnion Overview:
At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good, which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.
Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.
TransUnion Job Title
Lead Engineer, Cybersecurity
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field or equivalent experience
- 3+ years experience in penetration testing
- Strong understanding of networking protocols and environments
- Familiarity with penetration testing tools
- Experience with vulnerability management platforms
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN are a plus
What the Team is Saying
TransUnion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision is paired with HSA/FSA options and robust mental-health resources, including 24/7 support and therapy/EAP. Wellness programming and fitness discounts further reinforce the health offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave of about 12 weeks with a gradual return, adoption and caregiver assistance, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and a dependent-care FSA provide meaningful family coverage. Company materials also reference child and adult care benefits and on-demand EAP access for employees and dependents.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible time off or PTO is complemented by paid volunteer time and 10 paid holidays plus two global wellness days. Some postings note “up to 12” holidays, reflecting role/location variability.
TransUnion Insights
What We Do
TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible by ensuring that each consumer is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace. We do this by having an accurate and comprehensive picture of each person. This picture is grounded in our legacy as a credit reporting agency which enables us to tap into both credit and public record data; our data fusion methodology that helps us link, match and tap into the awesome combined power of that data; and our knowledgeable and passionate team, who stewards the information with expertise, and in accordance with local legislation around the world. Because of our work, organizations can better understand consumers in order to make more informed decisions, and earn their trust through great, personalized experiences, and the proactive extension of the right opportunities, tools and offers. In turn, consumers can be confident that their data identities will result in the opportunities they deserve. We make trust possible, so businesses and consumers can transact with confidence and achieve great things. We call this Information for Good®—it’s our purpose, and what drives us every day.
Why Work With Us
Our culture is welcoming, energetic and innovative. There’s an overall synergy that flows throughout TransUnion, creating a sense of unity in knowing that we’re all working to achieve the same overall goal. We’re dedicated to providing opportunities for our people to get involved and stay connected with their colleagues across the globe.
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