Penetration Tester

Placements24; Hurlingham; Hybrid; ARS 50,412,000 - 77,910,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Professional development budget

Health and wellness benefits

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Penetration Tester to join the security team in Sandton. You will proactively identify vulnerabilities across networks, apps, and systems, and present actionable remediation guidance. The ideal candidate has a passion for security and a methodical approach to testing.

You will craft comprehensive reports, collaborate with IT teams, and stay ahead of evolving threats. A relevant degree and 3–5 years of hands-on testing are expected, with professional certifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity or related field; OSCP/CEH/GPEN advantageous.
• 3–5 years of hands-on penetration testing experience.
• Proficient with a wide range of security testing tools and OWASP Top 10 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform network, web application, and system penetration tests using various methodologies and tools.
• Identify and exploit vulnerabilities, documenting findings and potential impact.
• Develop detailed reports outlining vulnerabilities, risks, and remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with development and IT teams to ensure vulnerabilities are addressed effectively.
• Stay current with the latest penetration testing techniques, tools, and threat landscapes.
• Conduct security reviews of new systems and applications during the development lifecycle.

Skills

Penetration testing

Security assessments

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

OSCP, CEH, GPEN certifications

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a skilled and ethical Penetration Tester to join their security team based in Sandton . This role is dedicated to proactively identifying vulnerabilities in the organisation's systems, networks, and applications before malicious actors can exploit them. You will conduct comprehensive security assessments, simulate real-world attacks, and provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations for remediation. The ideal candidate is a curious and methodical individual with a passion for finding security weaknesses and helping to strengthen the organisation's defenses.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform network, web application, and system penetration tests using various methodologies and tools.
• Identify and exploit vulnerabilities, documenting findings and their potential impact.
• Develop detailed reports outlining vulnerabilities, risks, and recommended remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with development and IT teams to ensure vulnerabilities are addressed effectively.
• Stay current with the latest penetration testing techniques, tools, and threat landscapes.
• Conduct security reviews of new systems and applications during the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., OSCP, CEH, GPEN) are highly advantageous.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in penetration testing.
• Proficiency with a wide range of security testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap).
• Strong understanding of common web vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and network exploitation techniques.
• Experience with scripting languages for automating testing tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging security projects in Sandton .
• Professional development budget for training and certifications.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A dynamic team environment that values innovation and continuous learning.