Senior Associate, Penetration Testing

PwC South Africa; Karachi Division; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC South Africa is seeking a cybersecurity professional to join their team in Karachi Division, Pakistan. The role primarily focuses on penetration testing, requiring the candidate to analyze vulnerabilities and develop secure system designs. Ideal candidates will have up to 3 years of experience in cybersecurity and relevant educational qualifications.

Applicants should possess strong analytical skills and familiarity with security tools. Excellent communication skills for client engagements are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems.
• Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10 and SANS Top 20.
• Certifications such as CEH, eCCPT, eJPT, or equivalent are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze vulnerabilities and conduct penetration testing.
• Develop secure system designs and recommend solutions.
• Document findings and present reports to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Collaborate with teams to navigate security challenges.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

Burp Suite

Nessus

Nmap

Metasploit

OWASP ZAP

Job description

PwC South Africa is seeking a cybersecurity professional to join their team in Karachi Division, Pakistan. The role primarily focuses on penetration testing, requiring the candidate to analyze vulnerabilities and develop secure system designs. Ideal candidates will have up to 3 years of experience in cybersecurity and relevant educational qualifications.

Applicants should possess strong analytical skills and familiarity with security tools. Excellent communication skills for client engagements are essential to succeed in this role.