Penetration Tester

Digital X - Owned By Digital Dewa Single Owner Com; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital X - Owned By Digital Dewa Single Owner Com is seeking a skilled security professional for a penetration testing role in Dubai. You will conduct vulnerability assessments, develop testing methodologies, and create reports for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, hold relevant security certifications, and possess a strong understanding of network security and cloud testing. Join a team dedicated to enhancing security practices and combating emerging threats.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in penetration testing.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols and operating systems (Windows, Linux).
• Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, ISO27001, PCIDSS).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
• Develop and execute detailed penetration testing methodologies.
• Create detailed reports outlining findings and potential impacts.
• Analyze and interpret security test results for remediation recommendations.
• Automate security testing processes using scripting and tools.
• Contribute to the development of security policies and standards.
• Stay current with the latest security threats and attack vectors.
• Collaborate with teams to improve security posture.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Network Security

Cloud Security Testing (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Scripting for Automation

Vulnerability Assessment

Education

Relevant Security Certifications (OSCP, CEH, CISSP)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on diverse systems and applications to identify security weaknesses.
• Develop and execute detailed penetration testing methodologies including reconnaissance, exploitation, and post-exploitation phases to simulate real-world attacks.
• Create detailed reports outlining findings, technical details, and the potential impact of identified vulnerabilities for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Analyze and interpret security test results, providing actionable recommendations for remediation and risk mitigation to stakeholders.
• Automate security testing processes using scripting languages and security tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors by actively researching and analyzing emerging trends.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to improve security posture and ensure security best practices are implemented.

Qualifications

• Holds relevant certifications such as OSCP, CEH, CISSP, or equivalent, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and industry standards.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands‑on experience in penetration testing, showcasing practical application of security skills.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and web application security.
• Displays a strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST, ISO27001, and PCIDSS.
• Experience in cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable, reflecting the evolving threat landscape.