Penetration Testing Team Lead

Adecco; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Team Lead in Penetration Testing for a client in Kuala Lumpur, specializing in security assessments. This role involves supporting pre and post-sales activities, conducting security testing, and ensuring project commitments are met. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in IT or related fields, experience with security testing methodologies, and strong programming skills in languages like Java, Python, and Perl. Competitive salary package with attractive benefits is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Attractive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with security testing methodologies like OSSTMM, OWASP, NIST, PTES.
• Strong technical background in security assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support pre and post-sales activities for security assessment projects.
• Conduct hands-on security testing and assessments.
• Ensure timely delivery of all project commitments.

Skills

Manual and automatic security testing

Programming in Java

Programming in Python

Programming in Perl

Project management

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Job description

Adecco is seeking a skilled Team lead in Penetration Testing for a client specializing in comprehensive security assessment projects. This role involves supporting pre and post-sales activities, including penetration testing, host assessments, web application security, and more. The ideal candidate will collaborate with security consultants to ensure timely delivery of project commitments. This position requires a strong technical background and proficiency in security testing methodologies.

What will you Do?

• Support pre and post-sales activities for security assessment projects
• Assist team members with technical advice and project management
• Conduct hands‑on security testing and assessments
• Prepare presentations and proposals for security projects
• Ensure timely delivery of all project commitments

Your Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields
• Experience in manual and automated security testing and assessment
• Familiarity with penetration testing methodologies like OSSTMM, OWASP, NIST, PTES
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, Perl
• Strong project management and leadership skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with attractive benefits

Interested? If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your complete application through our online application platform or via email to our consultant KevinFrancis@*****@adecco.com.

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