Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) at Jeroid Ltd

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Penetration Tester to identify and address security vulnerabilities across our systems, applications, and networks. The ideal candidate will simulate cyberattacks to test defenses, provide risk assessments, and recommend actionable remediation strategies to strengthen our security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct authorized penetration testing on web applications, APIs, mobile apps, networks, and cloud infrastructure.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits.
• Identify security weaknesses and exploit vulnerabilities in a controlled manner.
• Prepare detailed technical reports outlining findings, risk severity, and remediation steps.
• Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to fix identified vulnerabilities.
• Conduct re-testing to validate remediation efforts.
• Stay updated with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security tools.
• Support compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC 2 where applicable).
• Develop and maintain internal security testing methodologies and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5+ years of hands-on penetration testing experience.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and system security.
• Experience testing web applications (OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities).
• Proficiency with security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, Nessus, etc.
• Understanding of Linux, Windows, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).

Preferred Certifications

• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
• OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
• CompTIA Security+
• CISSP (advantageous but not mandatory)

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• High ethical standards and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Attention to detail

Nice to Have (Especially for Fintech Environment)

• Experience testing payment systems, crypto platforms, or financial applications
• Knowledge of API security testing
• Experience with bug bounty platforms