On-Site Durban Penetration Tester — Ethical Hacker

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a highly skilled Penetration Tester to join our security team on-site. You will identify vulnerabilities, conduct authorized tests across networks, web and mobile apps, and deliver detailed, actionable reports with remediation guidance.

Ideal candidates will have deep knowledge of attack vectors, experience with tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap and Kali Linux, and relevant certifications such as OSCP/CEH.

Qualifications

• Proven experience conducting authorized penetration tests.
• Deep knowledge of common vulnerabilities including OWASP Top 10.
• Ability to develop PoC exploits and demonstrate impact.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform authorized penetration tests on external and internal networks, web applications, and mobile applications.
• Identify security vulnerabilities and weaknesses through various testing methodologies.
• Develop and execute proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate the impact of identified vulnerabilities.
• Document findings in comprehensive, clear, and actionable reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide recommendations for remediation and work with technical teams to implement solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest attack techniques, tools, and trends in the cybersecurity landscape.
• Research and develop new penetration testing methodologies and tools.
• Collaborate with security architects and engineers to improve overall security posture.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ethical conduct throughout all engagements.
• Participate in security reviews and provide expert security advice.

Skills

Penetration testing

OWASP Top 10

Reporting

Attacker mindset

Communication

Education

OSCP/CEH/GPEN/CISSP or equivalent

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

Kali Linux

Job description

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a highly skilled Penetration Tester to join our security team on-site. You will identify vulnerabilities, conduct authorized tests across networks, web and mobile apps, and deliver detailed, actionable reports with remediation guidance.

Ideal candidates will have deep knowledge of attack vectors, experience with tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap and Kali Linux, and relevant certifications such as OSCP/CEH.