Penetration Tester

Join Cognisys, a rapidly growing cybersecurity company, as a Penetration Tester. In this client-facing role, you will conduct security assessments across various client environments, including networks, applications, and cloud infrastructure. You will use a combination of automated tools and manual techniques to simulate real-world attack scenarios, identify vulnerabilities, and help clients understand and address their security risks. You will also produce high-quality reports and communicate your findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Are you ready to make an impact in the fast-paced world of cybersecurity?

A strong understanding of offensive security methodologies, tools and techniques

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing across various environments, including networks, web applications, APIs, mobile applications, and cloud environments.
• Simulate real-world attack scenarios to assess client resilience against cyber threats, using a combination of automated tools and manual techniques.
• Communicate findings clearly and professionally, producing high-quality technical reports that help clients understand their vulnerabilities and how to remediate them.
• CREST-related certifications
• The ability to communicate technical vulnerabilities and risks in a clear, non-technical format

Requirements

• We're looking for someone with a strong technical foundation in offensive security who is equally comfortable working with clients and communicating technical findings
• Hands-on experience conducting penetration testing and security assessments
• A strong grasp of how to assess and break technical controls, with the ability to explain the findings clearly to clients
• Cloud security testing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Web application testing
• CRT

The following certifications are highly regarded

• Other relevant penetration testing or offensive security certifications
• Experience using vulnerability scanning tools alongside manual testing and exploitation techniques
• Network penetration testing
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A proactive approach to learning and keeping up to date with developments in offensive security
• Mobile application testing
• OSCP

API testing

• The ability to manage your workload effectively and deliver work to agreed deadlines
• Strong client engagement skills and a professional approach to customer service
• Experience across one or more of the following areas:
• CPSA
• Relevant practical experience will also be considered alongside formal certifications

Preferred

• Industry-recognised certifications are preferred and may include: