Senior Consultant

Company: Aon Hewitt
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Senior ConsultantIf you have experience in penetration testing and are seeking to enhance your skills to become a subject matter expert, consider exploring what we have to offer!This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our London office.Aon is in the business of better decisionsAt Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.What the day will look likeAs a Senior Consultant, you can expect to get involved in:

• Application penetration testing and application source code review.
• Cloud platform penetration testing.
• Vulnerability and penetration assessments on internal and external infrastructure.
• Applying and developing appropriate exploits to gain access and expand access to remote systems.
• Documenting technical issues identified during security assessments.
• Mentoring more junior colleagues and supporting managers whenever necessary.
• Perform peer review and quality checks on work product from other colleagues.
• Instructor-led and self-guided training activities, including you working towards attaining company funded security certifications.How this opportunity is differentYou will be part of a team that provides a challenging and exciting work environment that pairs a healthy combination of autonomy and senior level support, together with a significant investment in your learning and professional development.Our international Security Testing team specializes in application and network infrastructure security, red teaming, and source code review, publishes books and security blogs, contributes to open-source software projects, and are engaged in a variety of continuous security research projects. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys performing deep technical work in a fun and casual atmosphere.In the United Kingdom, our Security Testing services are delivered through our subsidiary Aon Cyber Solutions Limited which is member of the UK industry body CREST (the Council of Registered Ethical Security Testers) as well as a member of the UK Government CHECK scheme, allowing us to provide security assurance services to Her Majesty's Government and UK Critical National Infrastructure on systems processing protectively marked information. We are also an accredited CBEST penetration testing provider, allowing us to provide intelligence-led penetration testing as part of the Bank of England CBEST scheme.Skills and experience that will lead to success
  • Experience in performing application, infrastructure and cloud platform penetration testing independently.
  • Development and/or source code review experience in one or more of these languages: C/C++, C#, VB.NET, ASP, PHP, Python or Java.
  • Familiarity with threat modelling and security design review methodologies.
  • A good understanding of Unix, Windows and network security.
  • CREST Certified Tester (CCT) or equivalent.
  • Excellent written and communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Passion for technology and a drive for self-learning, paired with good customer facing skills.
  • Additional security and penetration testing certifications.
  • Experience working as part of an enterprise development team.
  • Experience developing custom scripts or tools used for penetration testing.How we support our colleaguesIn addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email #LI-SS12561985
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