Penetration Tester
Job description
Job Description
- Conduct penetration testing across web applications, APIs, networks, wireless systems, and cloud environments.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and exploit identified security weaknesses using tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Wireshark, and Kali Linux.
- Document security findings clearly and prepare detailed penetration testing reports with risk-based recommendations.
- Work with technical teams to support remediation activities and validate fixes through retesting.
- Use scripting and automation techniques to improve testing efficiency and develop custom security tools where required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or cybersecurity.
- Certification in CEH, OSCP, GPEN, or an equivalent industry-recognized certification.
- Strong proficiency in vulnerability assessment, exploitation techniques, and security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Wireshark, and Kali Linux.
- Hands-on experience conducting penetration tests on web applications, APIs, networks, wireless systems, and cloud environments.
- Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, secure coding practices, threat modeling, and security risk assessment.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation and custom security tool development.
Benefits
Longterm PositionCompetitive Salary
RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or cybersecurity. Certification in CEH, OSCP, GPEN, or an equivalent industry-recognized certification. Strong proficiency in vulnerability assessment, exploitation techniques, and security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Wireshark, and Kali Linux. Hands-on experience conducting penetration tests on web applications, APIs, networks, wireless systems, and cloud environments. Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, secure coding practices, threat modeling, and security risk assessment. Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation and custom security tool development.
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