Security Consultant - Penetration Testing

TECHKNOWLEDGEY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHKNOWLEDGEY PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a Security Consultant to assess and exploit security vulnerabilities across networks and web applications, delivering actionable remediation. You will perform VAPT, stay updated on threats, and contribute to internal research initiatives.

You will work with clients and internal teams to implement effective security solutions and strengthen clients' security posture. A minimum of 1 year hands-on experience and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Minimally 1 year of hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, or offensive security.
• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSCP+, or CRT.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, web application architecture, and OWASP Top 10.
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, and Nessus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct network and web application vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and validate security risks.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining findings, risks, and practical remediation strategies.
• Work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver effective security solutions.
• Stay updated with emerging security threats, exploits, and industry best practices.
• Support internal research and development to enhance service offerings.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Offensive security

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

OSCP

OSCP+

CRT

Tools

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Nmap

Nessus

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and skilledSecurity Consultantto join our client's expanding cybersecurity team in Singapore. You will play a key role in assessing and exploiting security vulnerabilities across networks and web applications, helping clients strengthen their security posture through actionable remediation.

Working closely with internal teams and clients, you will conduct thorough vulnerability assessments and penetration tests (VAPT) while staying abreast of emerging threats and offensive security best practices. Your expertise will contribute to both client solutions and internal research initiatives.

What would I do?

• Conduct network and web application vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and validate security risks.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining findings, risks, and practical remediation strategies.
• Work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver effective security solutions.
• Stay updated with emerging security threats, exploits, and industry best practices.
• Support internal research and development to enhance service offerings.

Ideal Experience

• Minimally 1 year of hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, or offensive security.
• Relevant certification, such asOSCPorOSCP+ or CRT
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, web application architecture, and common vulnerabilities including OWASP Top 10.
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, and Nessus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and report-writing skills.