Officer, Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing
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Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Responsible for simulating cyber-attacks to identify and exploit vulnerabilities within the organizations IT infrastructure applications and networks. This role focuses on offensive security techniques to test the effectiveness of security controls and improve the organizations overall security posture.
- Conduct thorough penetration tests on systems networks and applications to identify security weaknesses.
- Use a combination of automated tools and manual testing techniques to exploit vulnerabilities.
- Plan and execute red team exercises to test the organizations detection and response mechanisms.
- Use advanced attack techniques to emulate adversaries and assess the organizations security readiness.
- Perform vulnerability assessments to identify and prioritize security risks.
- Analyze assessment results and provide actionable remediation recommendations.
- Prepare detailed reports of findings from penetration tests and red team exercises including technical details and potential business impacts.
- Present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders providing clear explanations and recommendations for remediation.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in computer science Information Technology Cybersecurity or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or equivalent can be an added advantage.
Experience:
- 3years experience in cybersecurity with a focus on red team activities vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. Hands-on experience with VAPT tools such as Nessus Burp Suite Metasploit and OWASP ZAP.
- 3years extensive knowledge of Security Operation Endpoint management Network Security and Vulnerability management. Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP protocol stacks firewalls (Checkpoint and ASA) switches and routers. Extensive knowledge of Windows and Linux Operating Systems and cloud computing / cloud security.
Additional Information :
Behavioural Competencies:
- Adopting Practical Approaches
- Articulating Information
- Developing Strategies
- Embracing Change
- Exploring Possibilities
- Providing Insights
- Team Working
Technical Competencies:
- Data Analysis
- Debugging and Fixing Software
- Design Patterns
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies & Tools
- Systems Patterns Integration
- Technical Analysis
- Use of Build and Test Automation
- Write Code
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients ... View more
