Pentester

Job Description:

• Performing penetration tests on computer systems, networks, and applications
• Creating and implementing new testing methods to identify vulnerabilities
• Pinpointing methods and entry points that attackers may use to exploit vulnerabilities or weaknesses
• Searching for weaknesses in common software, web applications and proprietary systems
• Researching, evaluating, documenting, and discussing findings with other teams and customers
• Reviewing and providing feedback for information security fixes
• Recommending improvements for existing security services, including hardware, software, policies, and procedures to the customers
• Identifying areas where improvement is needed in security education and awareness for users
• Being sensitive to corporate considerations when performing testing (i.e. minimizing downtime and loss of employee productivity)
• Staying updated on the latest malware and security threats
• Conducting Vulnerability Assessments
• Conducting Network, Web Application, Mobile, Active Directory and Wireless Penetration Tests
• Conducting Social Engineering Tests through involving the human aspect in compromising security (example: sending phishing emails to customers’ employees)

• Conducting Red and Purple Team exercises (suggesting use cases for SOC Team and customers)