Senior Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker (C++, C#, PowerShell)

NEUROTIC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000

Job description

Senior Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker (C++, C#, PowerShell)

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Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced penetration testing on web applications, networks, and systems to identify vulnerabilities.
• Simulate sophisticated cyberattacks using tools and custom scripts to exploit weaknesses.
• Develop and deploy custom tools, scripts, and exploits to test system resilience.
• Collaborate with development and IT teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve security.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and penetration testing methodologies.
• Write detailed reports documenting findings, risks, and remediation recommendations.
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge on advanced hacking techniques.
• Participate in red team/blue team exercises and incident response activities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise:
• Expert in C++, C#, PowerShell, and other scripting/programming languages.
• Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark).
• Experience with reverse engineering, exploit development, and vulnerability research.
• Familiarity with operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and their security mechanisms.
• Understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming.
• Proven track record of identifying and exploiting critical vulnerabilities.
• Experience with web application security (OWASP Top 10, API security, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with malware analysis and forensic tools is a plus.
• Certifications (Preferred):
• OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
• OSCE (Offensive Security Certified Expert)
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
• GPEN (GIAC Penetration Tester)
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive and self-driven mindset with a passion for cybersecurity.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with mobile application security (iOS/Android).
• Knowledge of blockchain and smart contract security.
• Familiarity with AI/ML security challenges.
• Contributions to open-source security projects or bug bounty programs.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract
• Industries: Software Development