VAPT Engineer with 2 -3 relevant years of exp , you will perform authorized penetration tests on computer systems to expose weaknesses in their security that could be exploited by criminals. You can choose to specialize in manipulating a particular type of system, such as:
- Network and infrastructures.
- Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems.
- Web/Mobile applications.
- APIs and Web Services, etc.
Responsibilities –
- As a penetration tester, you will understand complex computer systems and technical cyber security terms. You’ll need to do:
- Work with clients to determine their requirements from the test, for example the number and type of systems they would like testing.
- Plan and create penetration methods, scripts and tests.
- Carry out remote testing of a clients network or on-site testing of their infrastructure to expose weakness in security.
- Simulate security breaches to test a systems relative security.
- Create reports and recommendations from your findings, including the security issues uncovered and level of risk.
- As well as identifying problems, you may also provide advice on how to minimize risks and provide advice on methods to fix or lower security risks to systems.
- Present your findings, risk and conclusions to management and other relevant parties.
- Consider the impact your attack will have on the business and its users.
- Understand how the flaws that you identify could affect a business, or business function, if they’re not fixed.