Duration
15 months assignment (contract)

Client Location
Toronto (Hybrid: 7.25 hours/day between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday)

Engagement Model
Professional Services Engagement – B2B (Incorporated Entities Only)

Assignment Type
This position is provisionally Hybrid, requiring 7.25 hours per calendar day between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (excluding breaks). Conditions may change based on organizational requirements and at the discretion of the Hiring Manager.

About the Engagement
Akkodis is seeking an experienced Senior Penetration Tester to support a large‑scale Threat & Risk Assessment engagement within a security‑restricted environment. This role supports a dedicated Red Team mandate, delivering hands‑on technical penetration testing across enterprise systems that underpin mission‑critical justice and court services. The successful consultant will contribute directly to identifying, validating, and clearly communicating real‑world security risks and remediation strategies.

Role Summary
The Senior Penetration Tester is responsible for executing in‑depth technical penetration tests and supporting the analysis, documentation, and reporting of identified vulnerabilities. The role requires strong hands‑on expertise, disciplined adherence to rules of engagement, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Execute hands‑on penetration testing activities under the direction of the Red Team Leader

Perform security testing across:

Network infrastructure

Web and application environments

Integrated and related systems

Conduct social engineering assessments and support physical security testing where applicable





Apply industry‑standard penetration testing tools, techniques, and methodologies

Document:

Risk ratings and impact

Supporting evidence

Contribute to professional penetration‑testing reports, presentations, and executive briefings

Provide clear, actionable remediation recommendations aligned to risk severity

Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all security policies, rules of engagement, and controlled‑environment requirements

Mandatory Qualifications

Minimum 6 years of experience performing penetration‑testing engagements

Minimum 5 years of hands‑on, technical penetration‑testing experience

Demonstrated expertise in:

Network penetration testing

Application security testing

Cloud security testing

One or more recognized industry certifications, such as:

OSCP

GPEN

or equivalent

Ability to successfully obtain Enhanced Security Check (ESC) clearance

Hybrid and on‑site work within Alberta as required

Engagement involves security‑restricted systems and environments

Compliance with all applicable public‑sector security, privacy, and confidentiality requirements is mandatory

Key Engagement Information

This is a business‑to‑business (B2B) professional services engagement

Consultants must:

Represent an incorporated entity

Hold a valid business number

Maintain appropriate insurance coverage

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity
At Akkodis, part of The Adecco Group, our purpose is to make the future work for everyone. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and barrier‑free workplace.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in any stage of the recruitment process.

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📌 Penetration Tester (Ontario)
🏢 Akkodis
📍 Ontario