Senior Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker (C++, C#, PowerShell)

NEUROTIC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting advanced penetration testing on web applications and systems, simulating cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities, and collaborating with IT teams to enhance security measures. With a focus on continuous learning, you will stay updated on the latest security threats while mentoring junior team members. If you have a passion for cybersecurity and a proven track record in ethical hacking, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in penetration testing or ethical hacking.
• Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced penetration testing on applications and systems.
• Develop and deploy custom tools and scripts to test vulnerabilities.

Skills

C++

C#

PowerShell

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

Wireshark

Reverse Engineering

Exploit Development

Vulnerability Research

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Senior Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker (C++, C#, PowerShell)

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Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced penetration testing on web applications, networks, and systems to identify vulnerabilities.
• Simulate sophisticated cyberattacks using tools and custom scripts to exploit weaknesses.
• Develop and deploy custom tools, scripts, and exploits to test system resilience.
• Collaborate with development and IT teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve security.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and penetration testing methodologies.
• Write detailed reports documenting findings, risks, and remediation recommendations.
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge on advanced hacking techniques.
• Participate in red team/blue team exercises and incident response activities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise:
• Expert in C++, C#, PowerShell, and other scripting/programming languages.
• Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark).
• Experience with reverse engineering, exploit development, and vulnerability research.
• Familiarity with operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and their security mechanisms.
• Understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming.
• Proven track record of identifying and exploiting critical vulnerabilities.
• Experience with web application security (OWASP Top 10, API security, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with malware analysis and forensic tools is a plus.
• Certifications (Preferred):
• OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
• OSCE (Offensive Security Certified Expert)
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
• GPEN (GIAC Penetration Tester)
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive and self-driven mindset with a passion for cybersecurity.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with mobile application security (iOS/Android).
• Knowledge of blockchain and smart contract security.
• Familiarity with AI/ML security challenges.
• Contributions to open-source security projects or bug bounty programs.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract
• Industries: Software Development