Penetration Tester - CREST Registered

Translation Empire; Islamabad Capital Territory; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Islamabad is seeking a PEN Tester to conduct advanced security assessments and penetration testing across various platforms. The ideal candidate will hold a CREST Registered Penetration Tester certification and possess strong skills in offensive security techniques. Responsibilities include planning tests, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing mentorship to junior team members. Competitive salary offered along with a work-from-office mode.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or equivalent experience.
• Must have CREST Registered Penetration Tester certification.
• Proven experience in conducting penetration tests.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute penetration tests.
• Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to validate findings.

Skills

Offensive security techniques

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Technical reporting

Mentoring

Scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

CREST Registered Penetration Tester

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Cobalt Strike

Job description

Overview

Translation Empire is seeking a PEN Tester – Crest Registered (CRT) to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting advanced security assessments and penetration testing activities across networks, applications, cloud infrastructure, and mobile platforms. This role requires a deep understanding of offensive security techniques and the ability to deliver clear, actionable remediation guidance to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on penetration tests against web applications, network, infrastructure, and databases.
• Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities to assess the risk to the business.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and executive summaries.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to validate findings and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Stay up to date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques.
• Support security awareness initiatives and contribute to internal security improvements.
• Provide mentorship to junior testers or team members where applicable.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Must have CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT) or higher certification (e.g., CCT INF, CCT APP).
• Proven experience in conducting penetration tests across various platforms.
• Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, and common exploitation frameworks (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Cobalt Strike).
• Proficient in scripting or coding languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Experience with both manual and automated testing techniques.
• Familiarity with reporting tools and formats used in regulated industries.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Work mode

Work from Office.

Location

Bahria Town Ph 7 Office.

Salary

Market Competitive.