Red Team Specialist – I

TalaKunchi Networks Pvt Ltd; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects

Collaborative environment with continuous learning

Exposure to advanced security engagements

Job summary

A cybersecurity solutions firm is seeking an Application Security / Offensive Security Engineer to perform penetration testing on Web, Mobile, and APIs. The ideal candidate has 3–6+ years of experience and possesses a strong understanding of OWASP standards, alongside proficiency in Python. This role offers exposure to advanced Red Team engagements and opportunities for continuous learning in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of experience in penetration testing.
• Strong understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Hands-on experience with WAF technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth Web, Mobile, and API penetration testing.
• Conduct Red Team-style application assessments.
• Develop custom scripts and tools to automate testing.

Skills

Web Penetration Testing

Mobile Penetration Testing

API Penetration Testing

JavaScript Debugging

Python Scripting

OWASP Top 10 Knowledge

Burp Suite

Tools

Frida

Objection

Postman

Job description

Overview

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.

Location: Navi Mumbai

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 3–6+ Years

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).
• Experience with Java and JavaScript debugging.
• Ability to read, understand, and analyze JavaScript and Python code.
• 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.

Preferred Certifications

• OSCP
• eWPTX / eMAPT
• CRTP

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.