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Role : Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)


Job Summary :


We are seeking a highly motivated Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) with 1-3 years of experience to assess and significantly enhance the security posture of our organizations digital infrastructure.


The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and comprehensive security testing across web, mobile, and network domains.


This role is primarily focused on proactively identifying and mitigating potential security risks before they can be exploited by malicious actors.


Key Responsibilities :


Penetration Testing and Exploitation :


- Perform end-to-end penetration tests across various domains, including external, internal, web applications, mobile applications, and network infrastructure.


- Identify and exploit vulnerabilities in diverse systems, applications, and networks using ethical hacking methodologies.


- Conduct detailed manual and automated security assessments using industry-standard tools such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Burp Suite.


- Research emerging cybersecurity threats and test new attack techniques to ensure preparedness against zero-day and sophisticated threats.


Reporting, Documentation, and Remediation :


- Report and document identified vulnerabilities clearly and precisely, detailing the risk level, impact, and reproduction steps.


- Provide comprehensive and actionable remediation recommendations tailored for development and infrastructure teams.


- Collaborate closely with development teams and system owners to prioritize and secure applications and infrastructure components.


Security Strategy and Compliance :


- Assist in the development and refinement of security policies, guidelines, and procedures.


- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and techniques to continuously improve the organization's defense mechanisms.


Required Skills & Qualifications


Experience : 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.


Core Competency : Proven ability to perform external, internal, web, mobile, and network penetration tests.


Tools Proficiency : Hands-on expertise using Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Burp Suite Professional (or similar tools).


Technical Skills : Strong understanding of network protocols, operating system security (Linux/Windows), and common web application vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).


Communication : Excellent technical documentation and reporting skills with the ability to articulate risk clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.


Preferred Skills :


- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., OSCP, CEH, CISSP).


- Experience with scripting languages (Python, Shell) for automation of security tasks.


- Knowledge of cloud security concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP).


Location & Experience :


Location : Hyderabad


Experience : 1-3 Years


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