Senior Specialist, MAST Application Penetration Tester

KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Specialist, MAST Application Penetration Tester to join our Managed Services practice.Responsibilities:Conduct manual application penetration testing against API's (REST/SOAP), Web Applications, Mobile applications, and thick client applicationsPerform objective based on abstract penetration testing engagementsExecute threat modeling, evaluate application business logic, and perform application architecture reviewsDemonstrate application testing experience in real time via demos to both internal and external audiencesFunction independently in penetration testing engagements, with minimal oversight and guidanceAct with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environmentQualifications:Minimum three years of recent experience in application penetration testing of Application Programming Interface (API's), web applications, or mobile applicationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent industry experienceAbility to communicate reporting results with technical and non-technical audiences and lead remediation conversationsExperience with burp suite pro, and other app testing tools such as Netsparker and CheckmarxOne or more major ethical hacking certifications not required but preferred; GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT), Council for Registered Ethical Security Testers (CREST), Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE), Offensive Security Web Assessor (OSWA)Ability to travel as requiredMust be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (

Created: 2025-09-12