Senior Engineer - Security Testing
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on web, API, and mobile applications to identify security weaknesses
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Create new testing methods to identify vulnerabilities.
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Pinpoint methods and entry points that attackers may use to exploit vulnerabilities or weaknesses.
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Search for weaknesses in common software, web applications, and proprietary systems.
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Document and communicate findings as per ASVS checklist, risks, and recommendations in detailed reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Review and provide feedback for information security fixes.
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Establish improvements for existing security services, including hardware, software, policies, and procedures.
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Identify areas where improvement is needed in security education and awareness for users.
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Be sensitive to corporate considerations when performing testing (i.e. minimize downtime and loss of employee productivity).
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Stay updated on emerging threats, security trends, and best practices in cybersecurity to improve testing methodologies
REQUIRED
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3-6 years of Security Vulnerable, Exploitation, and Penetration testing experience.
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Experience with OWASP testing Guide / Open-Source Security Testing Methodology Manual
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Experience deploying enterprise security testing solutions.
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Familiarity with Secure Development Lifecycle practices and Agile development with Continuous Delivery / Integration.
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Advanced understanding of security concepts and security best practices
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Understanding and familiarity with common code review methods and standards
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Experience with performing penetration testing and risk assessments against computer networks
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Background with Qualys, Tenable, and OpenVAS Vulnerability Scanners
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Ability to think analytically.
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Knowledge of technical systems and terminology.
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Proficiency in scripting languages.
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Ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities.
GOOD TO HAVE
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Relevant industry certifications like CEH, GPEN, OSCP, OSCE, CRTO, CRTP, PNPT, and experience working with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK/D3FEND) and security-related legal and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, PCIDSS etc.).
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Strong problem-solving skills and leadership abilities, with good interpersonal skills to build relationships and communicate findings professionally, with fluency in written and spoken English.