Penetration Tester
Core
Conduct security assessments and ethical hacking activities to identify vulnerabilities in client systems.
Role type
Experienced Penetration Tester
Builds
Security assessments and vulnerability reports for client organizations
Domain
Cybersecurity / Penetration Testing
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Penetration testing, Ethical hacking, Network security, Web application security, Infrastructure security, Scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell), Vulnerability analysis, Attack simulation, Security frameworks
Preferred skills
OSCP, OSCE, CEH certifications, Regulatory compliance knowledge (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST), Security awareness training, Red team exercises
Technologies
Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, Kali Linux
Responsibilities
Conduct penetration testing on networks, applications, and infrastructure; Identify, analyse, and report security vulnerabilities; Simulate cyberattacks to evaluate security defences; Develop security testing methodologies and improve existing processes; Collaborate with clients to provide security recommendations and mitigation strategies; Stay up to date with the latest security threats, exploits, and hacking techniques; Assist in security awareness training and red team exercises; Provide clear and actionable reports to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Seniority
Experienced, hands-on IC