Ethical Hacking Specialist
Core
Design, execute, and assure the effectiveness of penetration tests to enhance Vodafone's cyber security posture by identifying vulnerabilities and supporting remediation.
Role type
Ethical Hacking Specialist (Penetration Tester)
Builds
Security testing plans, technical reports, exploit reproduction steps, and automated security testing solutions.
Domain
Cybersecurity / Telecommunications
Required skills
Penetration testing, vulnerability discovery, CVE registration, security research, MITRE ATT&CK techniques, Windows/Linux/Unix environments, virtualisation, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), application development processes, scripting/programming (Java/Python/PowerShell/PHP), CI/CD automation tools, SOAR platforms
Preferred skills
CPTS, OSEP, OSWE, CWEE, eCPTX certifications, Cybersecurity degree
Technologies
MITRE ATT&CK, AWS, Azure, GCP, CI/CD tools, SOAR platforms, Java, Python, PowerShell, PHP
Responsibilities
Execute advanced security testing activities using MITRE tactics; Design and maintain security testing and penetration testing plans; Lead specialised security testing engagements; Produce high-quality technical reports with remediation guidance; Provide exploit reproduction steps and support remediation; Develop solutions to automate security testing; Act as a security consultant for international teams
Seniority
Mid-level (2–3 years experience)