Senior Ethical Hacker - Red Team & Remote

Defenced; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop

Phone allowance

Company car

25 days paid leave

Training and certifications

Work from home option

Background check

Job summary

Defenced is seeking an experienced Ethical Hacker who loves solving complex technical puzzles. You’ll perform penetration testing of web environments, assess vulnerabilities in critical systems, and even run social engineering tasks as part of engagements.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, 5+ years in ethical hacking, strong knowledge of security solutions, hands-on Kali Linux, scripting skills (Bash/Python/PowerShell), and certifications such as GPEN, OSCP, OSWE, or OSEP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree completed.
• 5+ years of ethical hacking experience.
• Strong understanding of security solutions (firewalls, proxies, IDS/IPS).
• Hands-on experience with Kali Linux or custom distributions.
• Proficiency in Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
• Certifications: GPEN, OSCP, OSWE, or OSEP.
• Strong Dutch and English communication, written and spoken.
• Opportunity to grow into a leadership role within the Red Team.

Responsibilities

• Penetration testing of web environments and complex networks.
• Vulnerability assessment of critical systems.
• Social engineering engagements as part of engagements.
• Lead testing projects and contribute to Red Team activities.
• Collaborate with team and communicate findings effectively.

Skills

Ethical hacking experience

Security concepts

Kali Linux

Scripting (Bash/Python/PowerShell)

Communication (Dutch & English)

Security certifications (GPEN/OSCP/OSW

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

Kali Linux / custom toolsets

Job description

Defenced is seeking an experienced Ethical Hacker who loves solving complex technical puzzles. You’ll perform penetration testing of web environments, assess vulnerabilities in critical systems, and even run social engineering tasks as part of engagements.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, 5+ years in ethical hacking, strong knowledge of security solutions, hands-on Kali Linux, scripting skills (Bash/Python/PowerShell), and certifications such as GPEN, OSCP, OSWE, or OSEP.