Manager, Penetration Testing

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
 

Position Purpose:
Leads the internal Penetration testing team, reporting through Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). Oversees all aspects of offensive security testing conducted by internal testers to identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities across enterprise systems, applications, and infrastructure. Ensures alignment with organizational security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

• Oversees a team of compliance penetration testers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations. Ensure the team delivers high-quality, comprehensive security assessments to stakeholders and leadership.
• Conducts and manages internal, externa, web application and application programming interface (API) penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and security audits on our systems, networks, and applications.
• Identifies and evaluates security risks, providing prioritized recommendations for mitigation. Collaborates with BTS and other departments to monitor effective security controls.
• Develops and executes a comprehensive penetration testing strategy aligned with the company's overall security objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Creates detailed reports and presentations on findings, remediation plans, and progress for senior management and other stakeholders.
• Works closely with the GRC team and other information technology, development and security professionals to enhance the overall security posture of the organization.
• Ensures all penetration testing activities comply with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Stays current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to continuously improve the effectiveness of penetration testing practices.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex security issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; or, equivalent experience required required


Master's Degree preferred
7+ years Penetration testing or related experience required

3+ years Management or leadership experience with a proven record for developing high-performance teams required

Experience in a large enterprise or Fortune 500 company preferred

Proficiency in penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus) and methodologies. Strong understanding of network protocols, web application security, and operating systems required

Licenses/Certifications:
CISSP, CEH, OSCP, GIAC GPEN, or other related certification preferred

Pay Range: $105,600.00 - $195,400.00 per year

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.  Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act