Red Team Specialist – I

TalaKunchi Networks Pvt. Ltd.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Engineered in Mumbai seeks an Application Security Engineer with a Red Team mindset to perform advanced penetration testing across Web, Mobile, and APIs.

You will develop scripts, bypass client-side protections, and deliver detailed reports with remediation guidance while staying ahead of emerging attack techniques. Join a team tackling real-world security challenges and shaping secure software design.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Web, Mobile and API pentesting experience.
• Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 across platforms.
• Proficiency in Python for automation.
• Experience with WAF evasion techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth Web, Mobile, and API pentesting focusing on exploitation and chaining.
• Conduct Red Team-style assessments across WAPT, MAPT, and API engagements.
• Develop scripts and tools to automate testing and bypass client-side controls.
• Research and implement WAF evasion and bypass techniques.
• Reverse-engineer client-side and backend logic; deliver remediation guidance.

Skills

Web pentTesting

Mobile pentesting

API pentesting

Python scripting

Web frameworks

OAuth/JWT/SAML

WAF bypass

Attacker mindset

Tools

Burp Suite

Frida

Objection

Postman

Mobile reversing tools

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Application Security / Offensive Security Engineer with a strong Red Team mindset to join our team. The role involves advanced penetration testing across Web, Mobile (Android & iOS), and APIs, focusing on real-world exploitation, vulnerability chaining, and bypassing modern security controls such as WAFs and client-side protections. If you thrive on deep technical challenges, scripting, and continuous research into emerging attack techniques, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth Web, Mobile, and API penetration testing with emphasis on exploitation and chaining vulnerabilities.
• Conduct Red Team-style application assessments across WAPT, MAPT, and API engagements.
• Develop custom scripts and tools to automate testing and bypass client-side security controls.
• Research and implement WAF evasion and bypass techniques.
• Reverse-engineer client-side and backend application logic.
• Identify business logic flaws and advanced attack paths.
• Deliver high-quality technical reports with reproduction steps, impact analysis, and remediation guidance.
• Stay updated with the latest vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and frameworks.
• Collaborate with development and security teams for secure design reviews and remediation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in Web, Mobile (Android/iOS), and API Penetration Testing.
• Solid understanding of OWASP Top 10 (Web, Mobile, API).
• Proficiency in Python (or equivalent scripting language) for automation and bypass tooling.
• Knowledge of modern web frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, Node.js, Spring Boot).
• Strong grasp of authentication, authorization, session management, and token-based security (OAuth, JWT, SAML).
• Familiarity with WAF technologies and bypass methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with Burp Suite, Frida, Objection, Postman, and mobile reversing tools.

Behavioural & Professional Attributes

• Strong research-driven and attacker mindset.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex security engagements.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for deep technical problem-solving.
• Capability to mentor junior security testers.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge offensive security projects.
• Exposure to advanced Red Team engagements.
• Collaborative environment with continuous learning and growth.

Required Skills

Adaptability Agile Methodologies Appsec Application Security Red team API