Software Engineer

About This Role

Join our team as a Software Engineer, where you will be responsible for ensuring the security of websites and software applications used by our clients. This role involves conducting website/application code scanning, vulnerability analysis, and penetration testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Vulnerability Assessments: Identify and assess vulnerabilities in computer systems, networks, and applications through various methods, including automated tools and manual testing.
• Security Support: Investigate and PoC security issues reported by customers or global security incident regarding vulnerabilities and respond in a timely manner.
• Penetration Testing: Perform ethical hacking and simulate cyberattacks to identify and exploit vulnerabilities, emphasizing unauthorized access, privilege escalation, and data breaches.
• Security Analysis: Analyze and evaluate security risks and propose mitigations, considering industry best practices and compliance requirements.
• Report Generation: Prepare detailed and comprehensive reports outlining vulnerabilities, potential impacts, and recommendations for remediation.
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT and security teams to understand the organization's infrastructure, applications, and security controls. Provide guidance on security best practices.
• Stay Informed: Keep abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends. Continuously update skills and knowledge to adapt to evolving security landscapes.
• Tool Evaluation: Assess and utilize various penetration testing tools and frameworks to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Research and Development: Engage in ongoing research to develop new techniques, tools, and methodologies to enhance penetration testing capabilities and stay ahead of emerging threats.

Requirements

• 3+ years experience in conducting penetration tests
• Proficient in various operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix, etc.)
• Knowledge of networking protocols and technologies
• Programming and scripting skills
• Web application security testing skills
• Wireless network security testing skills
• Familiarity with penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap)
• Understanding of security vulnerabilities and exploitation techniques
• Knowledge of security best practices and standards
• Ability to communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong report writing skills to document test results and recommendations
• Adherence to a strong code of ethics and a commitment to conducting tests in a lawful and responsible manner

Qualifications

• A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related fields
• 3+ years experience in conducting penetration tests

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications