Penetration and Vulnerability Senior Manager Salary in Pompton Plains, New Jersey

The Penetration and Vulnerability Senior Manager implements methodologies to analyze and define risk, identify weaknesses, and drive the development of countermeasures and security improvements. Oversees a team that performs penetration testing to assess and identify security vulnerabilities of networks, applications, and systems. Being a Penetration and Vulnerability Senior Manager develops and utilizes the latest tools, techniques, training, and countermeasures for testing system and application vulnerabilities. Designs, plans, and executes vulnerability assessment and penetration testing activities. In addition, Penetration and Vulnerability Senior Manager directs a variety of manual and automated penetration testing. Leads red/blue team testing and event monitoring. Has extensive experience using a variety of assessment tools (such as Nmap, BurpSuite, Kali Linux), scripting languages (like Bash, Python, Perl, or Ruby), and cybersecurity frameworks and protocols. Implements testing policies and procedures that align with the organization's cybersecurity policies, standards, and industry best practices. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science. May require GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT), and/or Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certificate. Typically reports to a director. The Penetration and Vulnerability Senior Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Working as a Penetration and Vulnerability Senior Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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