Penetration Tester (ref: 1437)

We are currently seeking a Penetration Tester on behalf of a major International Organization in the Defense Sector.

Important Note:

Please only apply if you are a holder of an active NATO Security Clearance , as this is a mandatory requirement for the role.

Location: Mons, Belgium

Mode of working: on-site

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and/or be part of the Red/Blue Team during the Organization’s military exercises
• Provide web, infrastructure and application-level penetration testing
• Provide security design reviews to ensure compliance with the Organization’s policies and directives
• Provide security consultancy and advice to projects, plans, and other entities
• Build and sustain effective communications with different stakeholders; specifically, the Organization’s Configuration Control Board, Security Accreditation Boards, the Organization’s Security Accreditation Authorities, and other Organization’s supporting accreditation processes
• Brief at both executive and technical levels on security reports and testing outcome, including at flag officer level
• In co-ordination with the Head of the Penetration testing Cell, ensure proactive collaboration and coordination with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

The required skillset for the selected candidate is extensive knowledge and experience (more than 3 years) in the following areas:

• Web application penetration testing
• IT infrastructure penetration testing
• Network security architecture design
• Assessing security vulnerabilities within OS, software, protocols & networks
• Researching and evaluating security products & technologies
• Knowledge in system and network administration of UNIX and Windows systems
• Use of penetration testing tools, techniques, and recognized testing methodologies
• Scripting skills in at least one of the following: Perl, Python, Ruby, shell (bash, ksh, csh)
• Technical knowledge in system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, application security, as well as, malware infection techniques and protection technologies
• Ability to evaluate risks and formulate mitigation plans
• Proven ability to write clear and structured technical reports including executive summary, technical findings

Freelancers are welcome

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Private Insurance
• A dynamic challenging environment resulting in continuous learning / education / progression
• Ability to work with cutting edge technologies
• Pleasant working environment
• Ability to expand knowledge and responsibilities

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