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.