Senior Cybersecurity Consultant – Penetration Tester

Datacom

. Perform comprehensive penetration testing on applications, APIs, networks, and systems using manual and automated methods .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeWellington • New ZealandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Offensive Security and Penetration Testing, with a strong focus on Breach & Attack Simulations and AI Red Teaming. Proficient in secure coding practices, threat modeling, and delivering technical findings to diverse stakeholders.

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Offensive SecurityPenetration TestingBreach & Attack SimulationAI Red TeamingSecure Code Reviews

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Hard Skills

Penetration TestingThreat ModellingExploit DevelopmentVulnerability AssessmentAutomation Scripting

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationCollaborationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

NmapBurpSuiteMetasploitCobalt StrikeKali Linux

Certifications & Qualifications

OSCPECPPTEWPTPNPTGWAPT

Industry Keywords

OWASP WSTGMITRE ATT&CKNIST SP 800-115CISEmerging Security Threats

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform comprehensive penetration testing on applications, APIs, networks, and systems using manual and automated methods
Design and execute Breach & Attack Simulation campaigns across customer environments
Conduct AI Red Teaming assessments of machine learning models, LLMs, and AI-powered applications
Identify prompt injection, model poisoning, and data extraction vulnerabilities
Formulate attack plans, test cases, and working exploits
Support threat modelling sessions and secure code reviews
Prepare reports detailing offensive security testing results and remediation recommendations
Deliver client remediation workshops presenting findings, attack narratives, and practical guidance
Collaborate with Application Security and broader security teams on testing capabilities and defensive strategies
Conduct research and development to improve offensive security capabilities
Monitor emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, AI security risks, and technology trends

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in Offensive Security and Penetration Testing within an enterprise or consulting environment
Experience or strong interest in Breach & Attack Simulations, AI Red Teaming, and emerging offensive security techniques
Knowledge of application security principles, secure coding practices, and threat modelling methodologies
Ability to support secure code reviews with an offensive mindset
Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive-level presentations
Relevant professional certifications such as OSCP, eCPPT, eWPT, PNPT, GWAPT, eMAPT, OSWE, OSEP, or CRTO
Proficiency in Nmap, BurpSuite, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, BloodHound, and Kali Linux
Experience with BAS platforms is desirable
Proven experience with Python, Bash, PowerShell, or JavaScript for automation, exploit development, and code analysis
Deep understanding of OWASP WSTG, OWASP ASVS, PTES, NIST SP 800-115, NZISM, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and CIS

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid parental leave
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (DataCare)
Ongoing learning, certifications, and career development opportunities
Access to industry-leading learning platforms and future skills training
Recognition programmes that celebrate great work
Great employee discounts and financial wellbeing benefits
Wellbeing support
Meaningful work that makes a real impact