Penetration Tester

16 يوليو، 2022

0 7 2 دقائق

Job Description

Job Purpose:
Penetration testers simulate cyberattacks in order to identify and report security flaws on computer systems, networks and infrastructure, including internet sites. The Penetration tester will perform authorised tests on bank computer systems in order to expose weaknesses in their security that could be exploited by criminals. This will include

Networks and infrastructures
Windows, Linux, Solaris, and Mac operating systems
Applications and databases running on bank systems
web/mobile applications
Internet of Things (IoTs).
Environment testing within the bank

Accountabilities:
As a penetration tester, you'll understand complex computer systems and technical cyber security terms. You'll need to:

work with internal stakeholders to determine their requirements from the test, for example the number and type of systems they would like testing
plan and create penetration methods, scripts and tests
carry out testing of the banks network, applications, mobile apps and infrastructure to expose weaknesses in security
simulate security breaches to test a system's relative security
create reports and recommendations from your findings, including the security issues uncovered and level of risk
advise on methods to fix or lower security risks to systems
report and present your findings, risks and conclusions to management and other relevant parties
consider the impact your 'attack' will have on the business and its users
understand how the flaws that you identify could affect a business, or business function, if they're not fixed.
Provide advice on how to minimize the risks identified during the testing.

Education / Qualifications: CEH, GPEN, OCSP, CRT
Knowledge: Security Testing, Pen Testing, Ethical Hacking, Network Security, Systems Security
Experience: 5 years in Penetration Testing directly
Accreditation / Licensing:
Generic & Specific Skills:

an in-depth understanding of computer systems and their operation
excellent spoken and written communication to explain your methods to a technical and non-technical audience
attention to detail, to be able to plan and execute tests while considering client requirements
the ability to think creatively and strategically to penetrate security systems
good time management and organisational skills to meet the banks deadlines
ethical integrity to be trusted with a high level of confidential information
the ability to think laterally and 'outside the box'
teamwork skills, to support colleagues and share techniques
exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills and the persistence to apply different techniques to get the job done
business skills to understand the implications of any weaknesses you find
commitment to continuously updating your technical knowledge base