Penetration Tester (AI-Enabled Security) – Threat & Vulnerability Management
Location
Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
About Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) engineers modern businesses to improve everyday life. We help clients modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in a fast-changing world. Our associates combine deep industry expertise with innovative technologies to deliver measurable business outcomes.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Penetration Tester with 3–5 years of experience to join our Threat & Vulnerability Management (TVM) team.
In this role, you will blend traditional penetration testing methodologies with AI-powered security tools to identify, analyze, and validate vulnerabilities across applications and systems. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of AI-driven cybersecurity, helping strengthen security posture through advanced threat discovery techniques.
Key Responsibilities
Penetration Testing & Analysis
- Conduct comprehensive penetration tests using industry-standard methodologies
- Leverage AI-powered tools to enhance vulnerability discovery and analysis
- Validate and triage vulnerabilities identified through automated and AI-driven tools
Vulnerability Management
- Document security findings with clear, actionable remediation recommendations
- Assess and prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk, impact, and exploitability
- Support the end-to-end vulnerability lifecycle, from discovery through remediation
Application Security
- Identify and evaluate application-level vulnerabilities and security weaknesses
- Collaborate with development and engineering teams to improve application security posture
Collaboration & Communication
- Clearly communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Partner with cross-functional teams to drive remediation and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or security assessments
- Strong proficiency in traditional penetration testing tools and methodologies
- Experience working with or exposure to AI-powered security tools and analysis platforms
- Solid understanding of application security principles and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to validate and interpret AI-generated findings
- Knowledge of the vulnerability lifecycle (discovery, assessment, remediation)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience testing modern applications (web, APIs, cloud environments)
- Familiarity with scripting or automation (e.g., Python, Bash)
- Industry certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GWAPT, or similar
- Experience working in agile or DevSecOps environments
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between CAD $85,000 – $110,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
This role is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company contributions
- Paid time off (vacation and holidays)
- Employee wellness and assistance programs
- Learning and development opportunities
Work Authorization
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
Why Cognizant
At Cognizant, you’ll work on cutting-edge cybersecurity challenges, including AI-driven threat detection and vulnerability management, while collaborating with talented professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment. We empower our teams to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
