Cybersecurity Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform simulated attacks against an organization's systems, applications, and infrastructure to identify weaknesses that malicious actors could exploit.
• Develop and execute penetration testing scenarios, social engineering tests, and vulnerability assessments.
• Identify, report, and document security vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the organization's security posture.
• Recommend mitigation strategies and work with the IT team to implement security measures that protect against potential attacks.
• Collaborate with other cybersecurity team members to develop and maintain offensive security tools, techniques, and procedures.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, attack techniques, and tools to ensure that the organization's security measures are always effective and up-to-date.
• Work closely with IT and other business teams to identify and prioritize critical assets and infrastructure that require additional protection.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Relevant industry certifications such as OSCP, GPEN, CEH, or similar.
• Proven experience in offensive security, penetration testing, or red teaming.
• Solid understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and web applications.
• Familiarity with tools such as Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, and Kali Linux.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data privacy.