Job Description

• Create new tests to identify vulnerabilities across several systems • Use physical security tests and identify areas that need physical protection • Find vulnerabilities in popular, common software as well as proprietary applications • Pinpoint entry points for hackers • Use social engineering to identify improvement for security awareness and education • Remember corporate considerations when performing penetration testing (limit downtime and employee productivity loss) • Keep aware of the latest security threats and malware • Review current corporate policies and help redefine procedures for better security • Enhance current hardware and software with implementations of better security standards • Document feedback and reports for review of main business managers • Evaluate and select from a range of penetration testing tools • Deploy the testing methodology and collect data

Required Skills

• Good understanding of network protocols • Strong technical skills in both information security architecture and penetration testing • Ability to assess testing tools and deploy the right ones • Project planning skills • A solid understanding of ethical hacking • Scripting and programming experience is beneficial • Ability to explain findings to non-technical professionals • Excellent report writing and presentation skills • Customer facing skills and a proven track-record of building client relationships • Able to work independently but also as part of a team • Flexibility to change direction and manage conflicting demands • Outstanding organisational and data analytics skills • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment