2-3 years of professional experience in penetration testing preferred.
Proficient with AWS services (EC2, S3, KMS, RDS) and security best practices.
Skilled in penetration testing for API, Mobile, Cloud, and Web Applications.
Familiar with scripting languages like Python, Perl, Go, or Ruby.
Hands-on experience in building or developing server or application technologies.
Effective use of penetration tools in various scenarios.
Strong understanding of IP network protocols and security technologies.
Responsibilities
Conduct security audits and penetration tests for networks, web applications, APIs, and cloud environments.
Draft detailed security assessment reports with findings and evidence.
Utilize social engineering techniques to enhance security awareness.
Provide clients with actionable recommendations to mitigate security risks.
Collaborate on complex projects with senior team oversight.
Independently manage projects within defined skill sets under a Project Manager.
Stay updated and proficient in current security tools and methodologies.
Benefits
Flexible working hours.
Competitive health packages.
Life insurance coverage.
401k plan with company contributions.
Maternity and parental leave.
On-the-job training opportunities.
Paid, flexible vacation.
Full Job Description
The Penetration Tester is responsible for working as part of the Assessment Team to conduct and participate in offensive and defensive security projects for OccamSec and its clients. This individual will work as part of a security team and report to an Assessment Team Lead.
Job Responsibilities:
Conduct security audits, network penetration tests, and web application, API and cloud assessments.
Draft security assessment reports that outline findings and provide a walkthrough of the assessment performed with evidence provided appropriately.
Use social engineering to identify improvement for security awareness and education.
Provide guidance and recommendation to clients on ways to fix or reduce security risks to their networks and products.
Operate as part of a team on larger, more complex projects with oversight from senior team members.
Operate independently on projects within defined-skill set, with oversight from a Project Manager.
Maintain proficiency in current security tools and skills.
Experience:
Candidates with at least 2-3 years of professional experience are preferred.
Proficient in working with AWS services like EC2, S3, KMS, RDS, or similar services on Azure & GCP, with a focus on implementing security best practices.
Skilled in conducting penetration tests for API, Mobile, Cloud, and Web Applications.
Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Go or Ruby.
Hands-on experience in building or developing Server or Application Technologies.
Utilized penetration tools effectively in various scenarios.
Applied expertise in replicating threat behaviors.
Proficient in using packet analyzer tools like Wireshark and tcpdump.
Sound understanding of IP network protocols, sub-netting, routing, switching, etc.
Extensive background in penetrating and exploiting secure networks and systems, staying updated with the latest security software packages, protocols, and computer technologies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a proven track record in generating comprehensive reports and assessments.
