Senior Penetration Tester

Salt; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Senior Penetration Tester to lead offensive security engagements. The role involves identifying security weaknesses, performing penetration tests, and mentoring junior team members. Candidates should have over 4 years of experience and relevant certifications, along with a deep understanding of network protocols and operating systems. This position is contract-based, located in Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in penetration testing or red teaming.
• Deep understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows / Linux).
• Strong knowledge of exploitation techniques and evasion techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute advanced penetration testing across various environments.
• Deliver detailed findings in clear reports for technical and executive audiences.
• Collaborate with blue teams to validate detections and improve defenses.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Network protocols

Exploit techniques

Mentorship

Education

Relevant certifications (OSCP, OSCE, OSEP, CRTP)

Job description

Salt Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Salt Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Cyber Security Project Hiring / Contractors Strategic Hiring Partner across ( SOC , Network Security, GRC , Info Security, Pentesting ) at Salt

Location : UAE

Type : 6-Month Contract Extenable

About the Role :

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Penetration Tester to join our cyber security team and lead offensive security engagements across a variety of environments and technologies. You’ll play a crucial role in identifying security weaknesses before adversaries can exploit them, helping our clients improve their overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and execute advanced penetration testing and red team exercises across networks, web applications, APIs, mobile, cloud, and IoT environments.
• Perform threat modeling and vulnerability assessments aligned with the latest TTPs (MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP Top 10, etc.).
• Deliver detailed findings through clear, concise, and technically accurate reports tailored for both technical and executive audiences.
• Collaborate with blue teams to validate detections and improve defenses.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.
• Contribute to tool development, methodology improvements, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements :

4+ years of hands-on experience in penetration testing or red teaming.

Deep understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows / Linux), and secure software development practices.

Strong knowledge of exploitation techniques, post-exploitation tactics, and evasion techniques.

Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, OSEP, CRTP, or similar.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Industries

Engineering Services and IT System Testing and Evaluation

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