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Junior Penetration Tester

Eliassen Group

Posted 4 days ago

Job Requirements

Remote
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Entry Level (less than 2 yrs experience)
Salary not specified
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Job Description

Description:
Our client seeks a Junior Penetration Tester to support security assessments across web applications, infrastructure, cloud environments, and networks. This role involves identifying vulnerabilities, conducting penetration tests, and providing detailed reports to clients.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct security assessments and penetration tests on web applications, infrastructure, cloud environments, and networks.
  • Identify and document vulnerabilities, including severity and potential impact.
  • Develop and execute testing strategies and methodologies.
  • Create detailed reports outlining findings, recommendations, and remediation steps.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their security requirements and objectives.
  • Stay current with emerging security threats, tools, and best practices.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • 0-2 years of experience in penetration testing or security assessments.
  • Knowledge of common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, etc.).
  • Familiarity with penetration testing tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap).
  • Understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and network protocols.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certifications such as CEH, OSCP, or similar.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Knowledge of web application firewalls and security controls.
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Job Category
IT - QA and Test
Clearance Level
Secret