Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Specialist

Accenture; Metro Manila; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

13th Month Pay

Day 1 HMO & Life Insurance Coverage

Expanded maternity leave 120 days

Expanded paternity leave 30 days

Flexible Working Arrangements

Upskilling & Certification

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Loyalty and Christmas Gift

Inclusion and Diversity Benefits

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a seasoned Security Penetration Testing professional to lead testing and assessment activities across client environments from our Manila hybrid setup. The role requires deep expertise in pentest operations, vulnerability assessment, and security tooling, with strong reporting and stakeholder communication skills.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen controls, drive risk remediation, and promote cybersecurity best practices across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Security Penetration Testing Operations.
• Strong expertise in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security testing tools.
• Strong knowledge of vulnerability assessment methodologies and penetration testing frameworks.
• Experience with security tools and technologies used for identifying and exploiting system weaknesses.
• Ability to analyze security findings and communicate risks effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and best practices related to information security.
• Proficient in documenting security assessments and preparing detailed reports for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead penetration testing and security assessment activities across client environments.
• Identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and recommend remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen security controls and overall security posture.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on security testing, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement through security reviews, audits, and threat-focused assessments.
• Promote security awareness and foster a culture of cybersecurity across the organization.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Vulnerability Assessment

Security Testing Tools

Reporting & Communication

Compliance Knowledge

Security Tools

Documentation

Risk Analysis

Tools

Burp Suite

Nessus

Metasploit

Nmap

Job description

What you'll do:

• Lead penetration testing and security assessment activities across client environments.

• Identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and recommend effective remediation strategies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen security controls and overall security posture.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance on security testing, risk management, and compliance requirements.

• Support the development and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and best practices.

• Drive continuous improvement through security reviews, audits, and threat-focused assessments.

• Promote security awareness and foster a culture of cybersecurity across the organization.

Here's what you'll need:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Security Penetration Testing Operations.

• Strong expertise in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security testing tools.

• Required Skill: Expert proficiency in Security Penetration Testing Operations.

• Strong knowledge of vulnerability assessment methodologies and penetration testing frameworks.

• Experience with security tools and technologies used for identifying and exploiting system weaknesses.

• Ability to analyze security findings and communicate risks effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Familiarity with compliance requirements and best practices related to information security.

• Proficient in documenting security assessments and preparing detailed reports for stakeholders.

• Work Setup Hybrid work arrangement at our Manila office

What's in it for you:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits (Performance Bonus, 13th Month Pay, Day 1 HMO & Life Insurance Coverage)

• Expanded maternity leave up to 120 days*

• Expanded paternity leave up to 30 days*

• Flexible Working Arrangements*

• Healthy and Encouraging Work Environment

• Company-sponsored trainings like upskilling and certification

• Employee Stock Purchase Pan

• Loyalty and Christmas Gift

• Inclusion and Diversity Benefits

Terms & Conditions apply

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