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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Expertise in penetration testing for web and mobile applications, with a strong understanding of OWASP standards and offensive security practices. Proficient in developing test scripts, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance security measures.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Web Penetration TestingMobile Penetration TestingCloud Security TestingOWASP StandardsOffensive Security Certification
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Hard Skills
Penetration TestingRisk AssessmentTest Script DevelopmentVulnerability IdentificationSecurity Best PracticesApplication SecurityNetwork ProtocolsTask AutomationCompliance StandardsCybersecurity Techniques
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOwnershipCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Burp SuiteMetasploitNmapCloud Security ToolsIoT Security Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
PenTest+EWPTEMAPTOSCPOSWEGWAPT
Industry Keywords
OWASPISO 27001SOC2PCI-DSSCybersecurity
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloudCyber SecurityIoTPython
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct penetration testing on web and mobile applications to identify security vulnerabilities
- Conduct infrastructure and cloud security testing to identify potential weaknesses and misconfigurations
- Provide detailed reports with risk assessments and remediation recommendations
- Collaborate with clients’ teams to help them understand and fix vulnerabilities
- Develop and maintain test scripts and custom exploits for penetration tests
- Stay up to date with attack techniques and tools to improve testing processes and methodologies
- Contribute to improving security processes and train team members on security best practices
- Work with engineers and system architects to integrate security into the software development lifecycle
- Test web and mobile applications, infrastructure, networks, and IoT ecosystems for global clients
Requirements
What you’ll need- At least 3 years of experience in web & mobile penetration testing, cloud testing, and application security
- Deep understanding of OWASP standards and guidelines, including WSTG, ASVS, MASTG, MASVS, and SAMM
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience writing clear, concise, and understandable penetration testing reports
- Keen eye for identifying hidden weaknesses
- Strong understanding of the offensive security landscape
- Affinity for keeping up with cybersecurity best practices and news
- Comfortable taking ownership of project aspects and ensuring timely delivery
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
- At least one recognized offensive security certification, such as PenTest+, eWPT, eMAPT, OSCP, OSWE, GWAPT, or similar
- Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings, workshops, and on-site engagements
- Bonus: Hands-on experience with penetration testing tools and frameworks such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Nmap
- Bonus: Familiarity with application security principles and network protocols
- Bonus: Familiarity with cloud security and related attack vectors
- Bonus: Programming or scripting experience, such as Python or Bash, for task automation
- Bonus: Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS
Benefits
Comp & perks- Benefits information available via the employer's benefits page
