• Application Deadline:
• Position: Vulnerability and Penetration Tester


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform vulnerability and penetration tests on computer systems, networks, databases, and applications with appropriate and clear interpretation of issues and recommendations


• Identify vulnerabilities in upcoming applications and systems through careful research, engagement with vendors and internal IT Staff.


• Perform both Dynamic and Static Application Security Testing on new Applications, solutions and systems. Regression testing might also be needed


• Perform security assessments of systems, servers, and other network devices with a view to spot and identify existing and potential vulnerabilities.


• Pinpoints and documents methods and entry points that attacker may use to exploit vulnerabilities or weaknesses and providing control measures to block the gaps


• Search for weaknesses in common software, web applications and proprietary systems. Communicate and document same for continuous improvement program


• Research, evaluate, document, and discuss findings with IT teams and management. This will be communicated through trainings and knowledge sharing


• Establish improvements for existing security services, including hardware, software, policies, and procedures. Document and communicate such to IT Leadership.


• Identify areas where improvement is needed in security education and awareness for users around prevailing and current threats.


• Stay updated on the latest malware and other security threats


• Perform other duties as need arises

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification and Experience

• Candidate should possess an HND / B.Sc in Computer Science or in a related field.


• Minimum of Three years’ experience in similar role and organization

Certifications:

• CEH, GIAC, OSCP, CHFI, CISSP.

Competencies:

• Technical knowledge of Cyber Security Operations and solutions


• Communication (Good verbal and written) skills


• Knowledge of ethical hacking, network, web and perimeter hacking


• Strong research and reporting skills


• Hands on with Kali Linux suites, password cracking tools, session spoofing, DoS and other vulnerability and penetration tools


• IT Analytical skills


• Knowledge of Scripting, AD Audit, KQL etc.


• Strong technical knowledge of firewalls, routers, and servers