Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing, Senior Engineer

Master-Works; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

SOOR, a subsidiary of Master Works, seeks a Senior Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing Engineer to lead complex security assessments for diverse clients. You will articulate business risks to stakeholders and guide remediation efforts.

You will perform penetration testing across web apps, networks, source code, and mobile apps, review configurations, and contribute to client engagements with clear executive-level reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 5+ years of information security experience, with at least 3+ years in pentesting/VAPT.
• Experience in a consulting/service provider environment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Penetration Testing: Lead and execute end-to-end penetration tests on web applications, networks, source code, and mobile apps.
• Network Infrastructure: Assess internal and external networks, Active Directory, firewalls, routers, etc.
• Source Code Review: Conduct manual and tool-assisted secure code reviews (SAST) and provide remediation guidance.
• Mobile Applications: Perform static and dynamic analysis for iOS and Android.
• Vulnerability Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments and configuration reviews against CIS/NIST standards.
• Red Teaming (Optional): Participate in adversary simulations and physical security assessments.
• Cloud Environments (Optional): Review and exploit configurations in AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Tooling: Develop scripts and exploits when automated tools fail; use Burp, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Bloodhound.
• Client Engagement & Consulting: Define engagement scope, RoE, and timelines; serve as technical point of contact.
• Communication: Provide status updates and alerts on critical findings to stakeholders.
• Reporting: Produce executive-level reports translating vulnerabilities into business risks.
• Debriefs: Lead technical read-outs and remediation workshops with client stakeholders.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Executive communications

Scripting (Python/PowerShell/Bash/Ruby

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Cybersecurity

Tools

Burp Suite Pro

Metasploit

Nmap

Nessus

Bloodhound

Job description

SOOR, a subsidiary of Master Works, helps organizations stay ahead of evolving cyber threats through advanced cybersecurity and secure infrastructure solutions. SOOR delivers resilient, scalable, and regulation-aligned security across governance, cloud, networks, and managed defense.

SOOR is looking for a highly skilled Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing Engineer, Senior to join our dynamic security services team. In this client-facing role, you will be responsible for leading complex security assessments across various industries. You will act as a subject matter expert, not only identifying critical vulnerabilities but also articulating business risks to stakeholders and guiding remediation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Penetration Testing: Lead and execute end-to-end penetration tests on:

• Web Applications: (OWASP Top 10, API security, Business Logic flaws).
• Network Infrastructure: (Internal/External, Active Directory, Firewalls, Routers, etc).
• Source Code Review: Conduct manual and tool-assisted secure code reviews (SAST) across languages/frameworks, identify injection flaws, and provide developer-focused remediation guidance.
• Mobile Applications: (iOS and Android - static and dynamic analysis).
• Vulnerability Assessment: Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and configuration reviews against industry standards (CIS, NIST).
• Red Teaming (Optional/Nice to Have): Participate in adversary simulation exercises, social engineering, and physical security assessments.
• Cloud Environments (Optional/Nice to Have): (AWS, Azure, GCP configuration reviews and exploitation).
• Tooling: Utilize and refine advanced tooling (Burp Suite Pro, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Bloodhound, etc.) and develop custom scripts/exploits when automated tools fail.
• Client Engagement & Consulting:
• Scoping: Collaborate with clients to define engagement scope, rules of engagement (RoE), and timelines.
• Communication: Serve as the primary technical point of contact during engagements, providing status updates and immediate alerts on critical "showstopper" findings.
• Reporting: Author high-quality, executive-level reports that translate technical vulnerabilities into business risks. Must be able to explain the "So What?" to C-level executives and the "How To Fix It" to system administrators.
• Debriefs: Lead technical read-out sessions and remediation workshops with client stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in information security, with at least 3+ years specifically in a penetration testing/VAPT role.
• Prior experience working in a consulting/service provider environment is highly preferred (managing multiple clients and timesheets).

Technical Proficiency:

• Deep understanding of web technologies (HTTP, SOAP, REST, AJAX) and secure coding practices.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory attack paths (Kerberoasting, DCSync, ACL abuse).
• Experience with manual exploitation techniques; not just running automated scanners.
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Ruby) for automation and tool customization.

Certifications (Preferred but not limited to):

• eMAPT
• eWPTX
• eCPTX
• OSCP
• CWEE