Security Researcher (Penetration Testing, Research)

Beck N Dove

Responsibilities

Develop approaches to identify vulnerabilities and understand impact surface

Perform penetration tests on web applications, network devices, and cloud infrastructures

Pinpoint methods and entry points that attackers may use to exploit vulnerabilities or weaknesses

Search for weaknesses in common software, web applications and proprietary systems

Research, evaluate, document and discuss findings along with recommendation to fix and/or mitigate the vulnerabilities

Review and provide feedback for information security fixes

Establish improvements for existing security services, including hardware, software, policies and procedures

Identify areas where improvement is needed in security education and awareness for users

Be sensitive to corporate considerations when performing testing (. minimise downtime and loss of employee productivity)

Stay updated on the latest malware and security threats

Communicate findings to both technical staff and executive leadership

Skills

Should have attackers mindset and coding skill required to infiltrate systems

Research inclination to go deeper and develop custom exploitation approaches

Comprehensive knowledge of web security(OWASP and more), including forensics, systems analysis and more

Insight into how hackers exploit the human element to gain unauthorised access to secure systems

Clear understanding of how computer security breaches can disrupt business, including the financial and managerial implications

Exceptional problem-solving skills

Communications skills to document and share your findings

(preferred) certification in Cyber security or bug bounty experience

(preferred) Understanding of CIS, NIST and other cyber security frameworks

(preferred) exposure to open-source tools for vulnerability assessment (Nmap, SqlMap, Zap etc.) exposure to authorization systems

Experience : 2 - 5 Years

No. of Openings : 1

Education : B.Tech/B.E, M.C.A

Role : Security Researcher

Industry Type : IT-Hardware & Networking / IT-Software / Software Services

Gender : [ Male / Female ]

Job Country : India