Security Consultant - Penetration Testing

HackerTrail; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HackerTrail in Singapore is seeking a hands-on Security Consultant specializing in offensive security and vulnerability discovery. You will perform real-world assessments, identify exploitable weaknesses, and deliver actionable remediation guidance to strengthen client security posture.

We value OSCP or equivalent certification, plus practical experience with Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap and Nessus. Strong reporting and communication skills are essential to convey complex findings to clients.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment or offensive security.
• OSCP / OSCP+ or equivalent certification.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, web security and OWASP Top 10.
• Experience with Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap and Nessus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing across networks and web applications.
• Identify, validate and exploit security vulnerabilities within authorised testing environments.
• Analyse findings, assess risks and recommend practical remediation measures.
• Prepare clear technical reports and communicate findings to clients.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Offensive security

Technical report writing

Education

OSCP / OSCP+ or equivalent certification

Tools

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Nmap

Nessus

Job description

About the role

Find the vulnerabilities. Challenge the defences. Make a real impact. Our client is expanding its cybersecurity team in Singapore and looking for a hands‑on Security Consultant passionate about offensive security, vulnerability discovery and helping organisations stay ahead of cyber threats. As part of a technically driven cybersecurity team, you’ll work on real‑world security assessments, identify exploitable weaknesses and deliver actionable recommendations that strengthen clients’ security posture. What you’ll be doing Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing across networks and web applications. Identify, validate and exploit security vulnerabilities within authorised testing environments. Analyse findings, assess risks and recommend practical remediation measures. Prepare clear technical reports and work closely with clients to communicate findings. Keep up with emerging attack techniques, offensive security tools and testing methodologies.

What you’ll bring

What we’re looking for At least 1 year of hands‑on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment or offensive security. OSCP / OSCP+ or an equivalent relevant certification. Strong understanding of network protocols, web application security and OWASP Top 10. Practical experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap and Nessus. Strong analytical, problem‑solving and technical report‑writing skills.

Benefits and perks

Why explore this opportunity? Join an established cybersecurity specialist with recognised industry accreditations, exposure to diverse security engagements and opportunities to deepen your offensive security expertise.