Sr Penetration Tester / Vulnerability Assessment Specialist

Job Title: Sr Penetration Tester / Vulnerability Assessment Specialist

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to identify security vulnerabilities, conduct penetration testing, and assess the security of applications, networks, and IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with vulnerability assessment, ethical hacking, security testing methodologies, and industry-recognized certifications such as CEH or GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN). Key Responsibilities: - Conduct penetration testing of applications, networks, systems, and infrastructure to identify security weaknesses.

• Perform vulnerability assessments, validate findings, and recommend remediation strategies.
• Execute security testing using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Analyze security risks, prioritize vulnerabilities based on severity, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare detailed penetration testing reports documenting findings, risks, and remediation steps.
• Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams to resolve identified vulnerabilities.
• Conduct retesting to verify that security issues have been successfully remediated.
• Follow established security standards, testing procedures, and ethical hacking practices.

Required Skills and Qualifications: - Hands-on experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and vulnerability assessment.

• Knowledge of network security, application security, operating systems, and common security vulnerabilities.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning, exploitation validation, and security reporting.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) or GIAC GPEN (GIAC Penetration Tester) are preferred.