Senior Penetration Tester - Hybrid, Elite OffSec

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, is seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to identify and exploit vulnerabilities across web, network, mobile, and cloud environments, delivering actionable remediation guidance in a hybrid work setup.

The role requires 5+ years in penetration testing, proficiency with Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap and Wireshark, and relevant certifications. You will mentor junior testers and contribute to cutting-edge offensive security engagements for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of penetration testing and vulnerability assessment experience.
• Proven expertise in exploiting common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, SANS Top 25).
• Proficiency with Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, and Wireshark.
• Strong knowledge of networks, OS, and web technologies.
• Experience with Python or Bash scripting for automation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• OSCP/CEH/GPEN/GWAPT certifications desirable.
• AWS/Azure cloud pen-testing experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document penetration tests for web applications, networks, mobile applications, and cloud environments.
• Identify and exploit vulnerabilities using a variety of tools and manual techniques.
• Perform thorough vulnerability assessments and risk analyses.
• Develop clear, concise, and actionable penetration test reports for clients, including detailed findings and remediation recommendations.
• Stay current with the latest attack vectors, exploitation techniques, and security trends.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their security requirements and scope of testing.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of penetration testing methodologies and tools.
• Mentor junior penetration testers and share knowledge within the team.
• Participate in red team exercises and social engineering assessments.
• Provide expert advice on security improvements and best practices to clients.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

OWASP Top 10

SANS Top 25

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Nmap

Wireshark

Python

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Nmap

Wireshark

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, is seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to identify and exploit vulnerabilities across web, network, mobile, and cloud environments, delivering actionable remediation guidance in a hybrid work setup.

The role requires 5+ years in penetration testing, proficiency with Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap and Wireshark, and relevant certifications. You will mentor junior testers and contribute to cutting-edge offensive security engagements for diverse clients.