Cyber Security Specialist

2 days ago


Cape Town, South Africa Talentank Full time

**Job Mission**

This position will involve executing red team projects and activities individually, as well as in a team environment.
The person performing this role must be able to understand complex information and communicate the information to stakeholders with diverse professional backgrounds.
Providing some coaching and mentoring to more junior team members is expected. The Security team has a strong culture that involves sharing of knowledge and skills within the team.

**Key focus areas**:

- Assist with Project Scoping as well as end-to-end communication with the client and relevant project stakeholders.
- Takes lead on the following Red Team Project engagements: Web Application Penetration Testing (most relevant in the immediate term), Mobile Application Penetration Testing, Network Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Phishing Campaigns and Password Audits.
- Write client reports and create presentations.
- Present reports to clients.
- Conduct research on latest Cyber Security trends and toolsets.
- Provide support to the Information Security Manager.

**Formal Learning & Certifications**
- Required
- Burp Suite Certified Practitioner certified, or equivalent.
- DESIRED / BENEFICIAL:

- OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional) certified, or equivalent.

**Experience**
- REQUIRED:

- 2-3 years of Web Application Penetration Testing experience.
- DESIRED / BENEFICIAL:

- 4+ years of Web Application Penetration Testing experience.
- Ability to read and write commonly used web languages such as JavaScript, PHP, etc.
- 3+ years of Network Penetration Testing experience.
- Experience with Vulnerability Management tooling such as Qualys, Nessus, OpenVAS, etc.
- Experience on platforms such as HackTheBox, Vulnhub, TryHackMe, etc.

Whilst most of the role can and will be performed remotely, you may be required in future to travel to clients or offices. As such, own vehicle and a valid driver’s license is required.

**Job Category**:Cybersecurity; Pentest; Red Team

**Job Type**:Full Time

**Job Location**:Cape Town or Gauteng



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