DescriptionApt Resources is hiring for our client a leading cybersecurity services firm seeking an experienced Senior Consultant VAPT to join their expert team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in infrastructure and application security assessments penetration testing and a solid understanding of modern security threats and countermeasures.
Key Responsibilities:
Infrastructure VA/PT:
- Conduct blackbox and greybox vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on system/network/cloud environments.
- Map network infrastructure discover ports/services and audit OS network and security configurations.
- Use tools like NMap Nessus Metasploit Kali Linux for exploiting vulnerabilities.
- Stay current with CVEs and threat intelligence relevant to supported technologies.
- Prepare and present detailed findings and mitigation plans to clients.
- Deliver cloud infrastructure security assessments and configuration audits.
- Create and deliver comprehensive clientspecific technical reports.
Application VA/PT:
- Perform vulnerability assessments of Web Mobile and Thickclient applications based on OWASP standards.
- Combine automated scanning with manual testing techniques to detect flaws.
Social Engineering:
- Conduct phishing and spearphishing simulations to assess enduser security awareness.
RequirementsQualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science IT or a related field.
- 810 years of handson experience in VAPT.
- CEH certification is required.
- OSCP or CREST certifications are a plus.
- Experience working in an MSSP (Managed Security Services Provider) environment is preferred.
- Strong understanding of Windows Unix/Linux systems firewalls VPNs and security infrastructure.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in tools like NMap Metasploit Kali Linux Nessus NetCat HPing Qualys and RetinaCS.
- Strong understanding of CVE databases exploit development and countermeasures.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as C C# Perl HTML Shell etc.
- Knowledge of firewalls IPS DNS security VLAN web filtering and VPNs.
- Experience with cloud security assessment across major platforms (AWS Azure GCP).
Additional Requirements:
- Strong communication presentation and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead security assessments across client environments.
- Willingness to travel overseas for project deployments.
- Exposure to RFP response preparation solution architecture and clientfacing presentations.
BenefitsSalary: Up to INR 18 LPA
Required Experience:
Senior IC