Penetration Tester

Synechron; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled Penetration Tester to identify, exploit, and help remediate security vulnerabilities across applications, networks, systems, cloud environments, and infrastructure. You will conduct authorized security assessments, simulate real-world attacks, produce detailed reports, and collaborate with development, IT, and security teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in pen testing or related security fields, with a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, ethical hacking, or application security.
• Strong understanding of common vulnerabilities and attack techniques.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and red-team activities.
• Assess web apps, APIs, mobile apps, networks, cloud environments, and internal infrastructure.
• Identify and safely exploit vulnerabilities using manual techniques and industry-standard tools.
• Document vulnerabilities, business impact, risk ratings, and remediation recommendations.
• Prepare clear technical and executive-level penetration testing reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, IT, and security teams to support remediation.
• Stay current with emerging threats and security research.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Ethical hacking

Security testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our Synechron Labs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,000+, and has 55 offices in 20 countries within key global markets. For more information on the company, please visit our website:www.synechron.com.

We are seeking a skilled Penetration Tester to identify, exploit, and help remediate security vulnerabilities across applications, networks, systems, cloud environments, and infrastructure. The successful candidate will conduct authorized security assessments, simulate real-world attacks, produce detailed reports, and work closely with development, IT, and security teams to improve the organization’s security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and red-team activities.
• Assess web applications, APIs, mobile applications, networks, cloud environments, wireless networks, and internal infrastructure.
• Identify and safely exploit vulnerabilities using manual techniques and industry-standard tools.
• Perform reconnaissance, threat modelling, exploitation, privilege escalation, lateral movement, and post-exploitation analysis.
• Validate findings from automated security scanners through manual testing.
• Document security vulnerabilities, business impact, proof of concept, risk ratings, and remediation recommendations.
• Prepare clear technical and executive-level penetration testing reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, application development, and compliance teams to support remediation.
• Conduct retesting to verify that identified vulnerabilities have been resolved.
• Stay current with emerging threats, attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and security research.
• Contribute to security testing methodologies, procedures, and automation.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and follow rules of engagement during all assessments.
• Support security audits, compliance requirements, incident investigations, and risk assessments when required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, ethical hacking, or application security.
• Strong understanding of common vulnerabilities and attack techniques, including: