Company: Test Company
Location: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Mid–Senior Level
About Us
Test Compnay is a growing software development company focused on building secure, scalable, and data-driven systems. We are serious about security — not as a checkbox, but as a core engineering principle.
We are looking for a highly skilled Ethical Hacker (Penetration Tester) to proactively identify vulnerabilities in our applications, networks, and infrastructure before malicious actors do.
Job Summary
The Ethical Hacker will simulate real-world cyberattacks to uncover security weaknesses in web applications, APIs, servers, databases, cloud infrastructure, and internal systems. The role requires technical depth, analytical thinking, and strong reporting skills.
You will work closely with developers, DevOps engineers, and management to strengthen our overall security posture.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct penetration testing on web, mobile, and API-based applications
- Perform network vulnerability assessments and exploit simulations
- Identify and document security weaknesses with proof-of-concept evidence
- Provide detailed remediation recommendations
- Conduct security audits and code security reviews
- Test authentication, authorization, and session management mechanisms
- Perform social engineering simulations where necessary
- Assist in incident response and forensic investigations
- Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, OWASP)
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- 3+ years experience in penetration testing or cybersecurity
- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS)
- Deep knowledge of web vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
- Experience with tools such as:
- Metasploit
- Burp Suite
- Nmap
- Wireshark
- Kali Linux
- Understanding of authentication systems, tokens, APIs, and encryption
- Experience testing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus
- Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Excellent technical documentation and reporting skills
Preferred Certifications
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
- CISSP
- CompTIA Security+
What We Value
- High ethical standards and integrity
- Ability to think like an attacker
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication skills
- Continuous learning mindset
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working environment
- Opportunity to shape security strategy
- Continuous training and certification support
- Work on real-world impactful systems
