Cyber Security Penetration Tester
Core
Deliver hands-on security testing of client web applications, APIs, and infrastructure to find and validate vulnerabilities and provide remediation advice.
Role type
Junior to Mid-level Penetration Tester (IC)
Builds
Security assessments and vulnerability reports for client engagements
Domain
Cybersecurity / Web Application Security (via careerplan.io/jobs/R00361044-cyber-security-penetration-tester-at-accenture)
Required skills
Manual and tool-assisted penetration testing, OWASP Top 10 knowledge, API security testing, vulnerability validation, technical reporting, Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit
Preferred skills
Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP), mobile app testing (iOS/Android), scripting (Python/Bash/PowerShell), cryptography, networking protocols, CREST/OSCP/PNPT certification
Technologies
Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Python, Bash, PowerShell, AWS, Azure, GCP
Responsibilities
Perform manual and tool-assisted testing of web applications, APIs, and infrastructure; Identify, validate, and safely exploit vulnerabilities; Write clear reports with reproducible evidence and risk ratings; Support client remediation and carry out retests; Escalate critical findings to engagement leads; Share knowledge through peer review and tooling improvements
Seniority
Early-career / Junior, hands-on IC
