Hybrid Penetration Tester | Offensive Security Specialist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 482,000 - 1,033,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive hourly rate

Diverse clients

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Penetration Tester for a contract role based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, with a hybrid work model. You will conduct penetration tests on web apps, networks, and mobile platforms, develop scripts, and deliver detailed remediation reports to clients.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in pentesting, strong knowledge of Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap and Kali Linux, plus OSCP/CEH/CREST desirables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years hands-on experience in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
• Proficiency with penetration testing tools (Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Kali Linux).
• Strong understanding of networking, web app security, OS, and OWASP Top 10.
• Experience in scripting (Python, Bash) and exploiting vulnerabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, or CREST are highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration tests on web apps, networks, and mobile apps.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and identify weaknesses.
• Develop scripts/tools to aid testing activities.
• Document findings and provide remediation reports to clients.
• Present results and recommendations to clients.
• Stay updated on latest exploitation techniques, tools, and attack vectors.
• Define testing scope and objectives with clients.
• Participate in red team exercises and simulate threats.

Skills

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

Kali Linux

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Penetration Tester for a contract role based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, with a hybrid work model. You will conduct penetration tests on web apps, networks, and mobile platforms, develop scripts, and deliver detailed remediation reports to clients.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in pentesting, strong knowledge of Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap and Kali Linux, plus OSCP/CEH/CREST desirables.