主导渗透测试工程师
Lead Penetration Test Engineer
职位描述：
职级（内部使用）：
12S&P Global Corporate
职位：渗透测试工程师主管
地点：美国 - 虚拟，或加拿大 - 虚拟
团队：
S&P 评级安全团队专注于保护我们的客户和用户免受现代安全威胁。我们的使命是通过开发创新解决方案来应对行业最复杂的安全挑战，以保障系统和数据的安全。我们是充满热情的问题解决者，拥有深厚的安全专业知识。
职责与影响：
我们正在寻找一位在渗透测试和进攻性安全方面有丰富经验的渗透测试工程师主管。理想的候选人将对多种环境进行渗透测试、重新测试、漏洞扫描和威胁评估。该职位需要强大的进攻性安全技能，结合云和应用安全专业知识，以识别漏洞并制定有效的缓解策略。
成功的候选人将在以下领域表现出色：
渗透测试与漏洞评估
• 使用手动和自动化技术对网络应用、基础设施和云环境进行全面的渗透测试。
• 开发定制脚本、工具和方法，以增强渗透测试能力，并在 CI/CD 流水线中实现安全测试的自动化。
• 应用特定于云的进攻技术，包括 IAM 滥用、容器和无服务器攻击，以及云配置错误测试。
漏洞管理与修复
• 与工程和开发团队合作，分析漏洞，制定修复计划，并在开发和生产生命周期中加强应用安全。
• 使用 DAST、SAST 和 SCA 工具进行详细的安全评估，以确保安全控制的持续验证和改进。
攻击模拟与研究
• 领导和参与攻击模拟和桌面演练，以验证安全控制并提高组织的响应能力。
• 研究新兴威胁、攻击路径和对手技术，以指导进攻性和防御性策略。
• 与内部团队合作，根据情报源和对手分析设计和执行威胁评估。
安全沟通与报告
• 向技术及非技术利益相关者传达和展示渗透测试和安全评估的结果。
• 提供可操作的修复建议和
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## **About the Role:**
**Grade Level (for internal use):**
12
**S&P Global Corporate**
**The Role: Lead Penetration Test Engineer**
**Location:** US - Virtual, or Canada - Virtual
**The Team:**
The S&P Ratings Security team focuses on protecting our clients and users from modern security threats. Our mission is to safeguard systems and data by developing innovative solutions to the industry’s most complex security challenges. We are passionate problem solvers with deep security expertise.
**Responsibilities and Impact:**
We are seeking a Lead Penetration Test Engineer with extensive experience in penetration testing and offensive security. The ideal candidate will conduct penetration tests, re-testing, vulnerability scanning, and threat assessments across diverse environments. This role requires strong offensive security skills combined with cloud and application security expertise to identify vulnerabilities and develop effective mitigation strategies.
A successful candidate will excel in the following areas:
**Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessments**
• Conduct comprehensive penetration testing of web applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments using both manual and automated techniques.
• Develop custom scripts, tools, and methodologies to enhance penetration testing capabilities and automate security testing within CI/CD pipelines.
• Apply cloud‑specific offensive techniques, including IAM abuse, container and serverless exploitation, and cloud misconfiguration testing.
**Vulnerability Management & Remediation**
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to analyze vulnerabilities, develop remediation plans, and strengthen application security across development and production lifecycles.
• Perform detailed security assessments using DAST, SAST, and SCA tools to ensure continuous validation and improvement of security controls.
**Attack Simulations & Research**
• Lead and participate in attack simulations and tabletop exercises to validate security controls and improve organizational response capabilities.
• Research emerging threats, attack vectors, and adversarial techniques to inform offensive and defensive strategies.
• Partner with internal teams to design and execute threat assessments based on intelligence feeds and threat actor analysis.
**Security Communication & Reporting**
• Communicate and present penetration testing and security assessment findings to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Provide actionable remediation guidance and risk mitigation strategies to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture.
**What We’re Looking For**
**Basic Required Qualifications**
• Minimum 8 years of experience in information security with a strong focus on penetration testing, application security, and vulnerability management.
• Hands-on experience with penetration testing tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, Nmap) and methodologies (e.g., OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, PTES).
• Expertise in identifying and exploiting common infrastructure and web application vulnerabilities (e.g., XSS, SQL Injection, IDOR).
• Familiarity with vulnerability classification and scoring frameworks (CVE, CVSS, CWE).
• Strong scripting or programming skills (e.g., Bash, Python, Go, PowerShell, JavaScript).
• Experience performing security assessments (DAST, SAST, SCA, credential scanning) and integrating security testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable reports and confidently brief cross‑functional teams and executives.
• At least one recognized offensive security certification (OSCP, OSCE3, OSEP, GXPN, GPEN, or CREST CRT/CCT).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
**Preferred Qualifications**
• Experience with cloud security across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of AI/ML security and adversarial testing methods, including evaluating LLMs and other models for manipulation, evasion, and data integrity risks.
• Demonstrated involvement in the infosec community (e.g., open-source projects, bug bounties, CVE research, conference talks, or security publications).
• Experience applying the MITRE ATT&CK Framework to offensive security operations and threat emulation.
• Familiarity with secure software development practices and the software development lifecycle.
• Experience with Java application technologies, deployment frameworks, and associated security best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while independently owning deliverables and maintaining accountability to deadlines.
**Right to work requirements for US based out candidates:**
This role is open only for candidates with indefinite right to work within the US.
**Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):**
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $135,000 USD – $200,000 USD. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographical location as well as experience and qualifications for the role.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please [_click here_](https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries/us) _._
**Right to work requirements for Canada based out Candidates:**
This role is open for candidates with indefinite right to work within Canada.
**Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to Canadian Candidates:)** S&P Global states that the anticipated range of compensation for this position is 135,000 CAD to 180,000 CAD. Final compensation for this role will be based on the individual’s performance, geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In accordance with Ontario's new regulations effective January 1, 2026, this job posting provides information on expected compensation. S&P Global will not be utilizing artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Additionally, we are committed to transparency and will inform all interviewed candidates of hiring decisions within 45 days of their interview. This posting is for an existing vacancy, and we encourage you to reach out for further information regarding our hiring practices or any questions you may have. Thank you for considering a career with us!
**What’s In It For** **You?**
**Our Mission:**
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
**Our People:**
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
**Our Values:**
**Integrity, Discovery, Partnership**
Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
**Benefits:**
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
- Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
- Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
- Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
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**Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:**
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
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If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com](mailto:EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com) and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
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