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Penetration Tester (Mid - Senior level)

Penetration Tester (Mid - Senior level)

Yondu, Inc.Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
12 hours ago
Job description

Overview

Yondu, Inc. Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines

Position

Penetration Tester (Mid - Senior level)

Key Details

Office Location : BGC, Taguig

Work Setup : Hybrid

Responsibilities

  • Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify potential security risks in applications, networks, and IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities, stay updated with the latest security trends, and ensure alignment with organizational security goals. This role requires hands-on technical expertise in penetration testing and proactive involvement in improving security protocols.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
  • Perform penetration tests on web applications, networks, and computer systems.
  • Conduct manual validation of findings to reduce false positives in reports.
  • Identify and exploit vulnerabilities ethically to assess system security.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on vulnerabilities, including remediation recommendations.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to implement necessary security measures.
  • Collaboration and Support
  • Work with cross-functional teams to identify and address vulnerabilities in IT systems.
  • Assist senior security analysts and engineers in large-scale projects.
  • Support ongoing vulnerability scanning and management efforts.
  • Participate in team knowledge transfers and internal training sessions.
  • Research and Continuous Improvement
  • Stay updated on emerging threats, attack vectors, and penetration testing tools.
  • Contribute to the improvement of penetration testing methodologies and practices.
  • Document and share best practices and findings with the security team.
  • Additional Tasks
  • Employ social engineering techniques to identify human-related security risks.
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with security frameworks and standards.
  • Support security program initiatives and audits as necessary.

    • Qualifications

  • Education – Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Relevant certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) , Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) , or equivalent are highly preferred.
  • Work Experience – 2-3 years hands-on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or related fields.
  • Proven experience with penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite , Metasploit , and Nmap .
  • Knowledge – Solid understanding of networking, operating systems, and application security.
  • Familiarity with security standards and frameworks (e.g., OWASP , NIST ).
  • Awareness of the latest cybersecurity threats, attack methods, and defense mechanisms.
  • Proficiency in using various penetration testing tools and platforms.

    • Skills

  • Ability to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills for identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

    • Application Details

  • Note : This listing is for Philippine residents / Filipino applicants only.

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