Penetration Tester
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting security assessments, penetration testing, and providing security consultancy.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and/or be part of the Red/Blue Team during security exercises.
* Perform web, infrastructure, and application-level penetration testing.
* Conduct security design reviews to ensure compliance with industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and/or be part of the Red/Blue Team during security exercises.
* Perform web, infrastructure, and application-level penetration testing.
* Conduct security design reviews to ensure compliance with industry best practices.
* Provide security consultancy and advice to projects, plans, and other business units.
* Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, particularly teams supporting accreditation processes.
* Inform both executive and technical teams on security reports and testing outcomes.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance security posture.
Required Skills and Experience:
Candidates should have more than three years of experience in the following areas:
* Web application penetration testing.
* IT infrastructure penetration testing.
* Network security architecture design.
* Assessing security vulnerabilities in operating systems, software, protocols, and networks.
* Researching and evaluating security products and technologies.
* Using penetration testing tools, techniques, and methodologies.
* System and network administration of UNIX and Windows systems.
* Scripting skills in at least one of the following: Perl, Python, Ruby, Bash, KSH, CSH.
* Strong knowledge of system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, application security, malware infection techniques, and protection technologies.
* Ability to evaluate risks and develop mitigation strategies.
* Proven ability to write structured technical reports, including executive summaries, technical findings, and remediation plans for various audiences.
Additional Information:
* Location: Mons
* Start Date: May 2025
* Duration: Until December 31, 2025 (with extension)
* Work Model: 100% On-site
* Security Clearance: Nato secret or UK Security Clearance (SC) required