Fully Remote Penetration Tester — Strengthen Defenses

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Remote; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

High-paying contract

Access to security tools

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Penetration Tester to join a fully remote cybersecurity team. You will proactively identify vulnerabilities in networks, applications, and systems, performing rigorous testing from home and delivering clear, actionable remediation guidance.

Ideal candidates have experience in offensive security, familiarity with OWASP Top 10, and hands-on use of tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, and Kali Linux.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Penetration Tester or in a similar ethical hacking role.
• Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and exploitation techniques.
• Experience with Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, and Kali Linux.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reporting findings.
• Relevant certifications like OSCP, CEH, or GPEN are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct web, network, and mobile penetration tests.
• Identify, document, and report vulnerabilities with risk ratings.
• Perform social engineering assessments as needed.
• Produce actionable remediation recommendations and security reports.
• Stay updated with the latest exploitation techniques, tools, and trends.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

OWASP Top 10

Security reporting

Communication

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

Kali Linux

Job description

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and ethical Penetration Tester to join their fully remote cybersecurity team. You will be responsible for proactively identifying security vulnerabilities in the company's networks, applications, and systems through rigorous testing. This role requires a deep understanding of attack vectors, exploitation techniques, and the ability to clearly articulate findings and provide actionable remediation recommendations. This is an exciting opportunity for a security enthusiast to utilize their offensive security skills to strengthen the organization's defenses and protect against potential cyber threats, working entirely from home.

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and ethical Penetration Tester to join their fully remote cybersecurity team. You will be responsible for proactively identifying security vulnerabilities in the company's networks, applications, and systems through rigorous testing. This role requires a deep understanding of attack vectors, exploitation techniques, and the ability to clearly articulate findings and provide actionable remediation recommendations. This is an exciting opportunity for a security enthusiast to utilize their offensive security skills to strengthen the organization's defenses and protect against potential cyber threats, working entirely from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive penetration tests on web applications, network infrastructure, and mobile platforms.
• Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities using a variety of tools and techniques.
• Perform social engineering tests to assess human vulnerabilities.
• Provide detailed technical reports outlining findings, risk levels, and remediation recommendations.
• Stay current with the latest exploitation techniques, tools, and security trends.
• Collaborate with development and security teams to verify the effectiveness of patched vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Penetration Tester or in a similar ethical hacking role.
• Strong knowledge of common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and exploitation methods.
• Proficiency with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, and Kali Linux.
• Understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and web technologies.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications like OSCP, CEH, or GPEN are highly advantageous.

Benefits

• High contract rate commensurate with expertise.
• Fully remote position offering significant work-life flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with a variety of challenging security assessments.
• Access to cutting-edge testing tools and resources.
• Contribute directly to enhancing the security posture of a forward-thinking company.