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Penetration Tester

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Penetration Tester- VAPT Certifications Mandatory: OSCP, CREST, GXPN, GPEN Experience: 4-5yr experience Location – Pune/Bangalore (Hybrid) Job Responsiblities: * Develop and execute security testing project plans. * Manual and automated security testing of Web applications, APIs, and Mobile Applications. * Network VAPT * Static and Dynamic testing (SAST & DAST) of thick clients / applications * Develop Proof-of-Concept (PoC) for the identified vulnerabilities. * Provide remediation guidance to identified vulnerabilities. * Incorporate metrics providing comprehensive insight about the security posture of an organization that will help senior management with decision making. * Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Technical Skillsets (Mandatory) * Hands on experience in Penetration Testing * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner and to provide remediation recommendations. * Knowledge of / or experience with both Enterprise and open-source offensive security tools for reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation * Sound understanding of security frameworks (OWASP Top 10, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK) Technical Skillsets (Preferred) * Proficiency in a programming language(s) (e.g. Python, Ruby, Perl, PowerShell) * Exposure to DevSecOps, Security Architecture review and Network Security assessment would be a bonus. * Hands-on experience in Red Team Exercises, Threat Hunting, OSINT and Threat Modelling * Non Technical Skillsets (Preferred) * Estimate Project efforts and meet delivery milestones and deadlines * Excellent and effective report writing and verbal communication skills * Deliver results within stipulated time-lines * Team Player with good interpersonal skills * Should be able to work independently with minimum and least supervision in complex, dynamic and challenging environment. * Self-driven and self-managed technical team leader. * Communicate project requirements and influence stakeholders with minimal supervision. Penetration Tester- VAPT Certifications Mandatory: OSCP, CREST, GXPN, GPEN Experience: 4-5yr experience Location – Pune/Bangalore (Hybrid) Job Responsiblities: * Develop and execute security testing project plans. * Manual and automated security testing of Web applications, APIs, and Mobile Applications. * Network VAPT * Static and Dynamic testing (SAST & DAST) of thick clients / applications * Develop Proof-of-Concept (PoC) for the identified vulnerabilities. * Provide remediation guidance to identified vulnerabilities. * Incorporate metrics providing comprehensive insight about the security posture of an organization that will help senior management with decision making. * Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Technical Skillsets (Mandatory) * Hands on experience in Penetration Testing * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner and to provide remediation recommendations. * Knowledge of / or experience with both Enterprise and open-source offensive security tools for reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation * Sound understanding of security frameworks (OWASP Top 10, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK) Technical Skillsets (Preferred) * Proficiency in a programming language(s) (e.g. Python, Ruby, Perl, PowerShell) * Exposure to DevSecOps, Security Architecture review and Network Security assessment would be a bonus. * Hands-on experience in Red Team Exercises, Threat Hunting, OSINT and Threat Modelling * Non Technical Skillsets (Preferred) * Estimate Project efforts and meet delivery milestones and deadlines * Excellent and effective report writing and verbal communication skills * Deliver results within stipulated time-lines * Team Player with good interpersonal skills * Should be able to work independently with minimum and least supervision in complex, dynamic and challenging environment. * Self-driven and self-managed technical team leader. * Communicate project requirements and influence stakeholders with minimal supervision.

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