Penetration Tester

Conduct penetration testing of web applications, internal networks, and Active Directory environments

Map systems, identify security gaps, exploit vulnerabilities, and determine the extent of access

Explain findings, including domain-admin-level access, and recommend necessary changes to clients

Perform testing remotely and conduct on-site visits to clients when required

Contribute to web and application testing, internal network assessments, Active Directory testing, and advanced attack simulations

Work independently and collaborate with team members when additional input is valuable

Contribute to improving how client work is delivered

Requirements - Experience or demonstrated capability in penetration testing and offensive security

• Ability to test web applications, internal networks, and Active Directory environments
• Ability to map systems, identify gaps, exploit vulnerabilities, and assess impactAbility to clearly explain findings and their business significance to clients
• Curious, self-directed approach to problem-solving
• Willingness to investigate deeply and identify issues others miss
• Ability to work effectively in a client-facing role
• No specific formal education requirement stated

Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in penetration testing, including web applications, internal networks, and Active Directory environments, while effectively communicating findings and recommendations to clients. Exhibits a self-directed approach to problem-solving and a strong ability to identify security gaps and vulnerabilities.

Highest-signal resume keywords - Penetration Testing

• Offensive Security
• Web Application Testing
• Active Directory Testing
• Vulnerability Assessment

ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills - Penetration Testing

• Vulnerability Exploitation
• System Mapping
• Security Gap Identification
• Impact Assessment

Soft Skills - Problem-Solving

• Client Communication
• Collaboration
• Curiosity
• Self-Direction

Industry Keywords - Security Assessment

• Network Security
• Client-Facing Role
• Advanced Attack Simulations