Summary statement Penetration Testers analyse IT systems to determine configuration weaknesses and faults that would impact on security and business then produce reports detailing the findings and recommendations for improved network security.
Mission A Penetration Tester (Red Team) performs cyber security exploitation, penetration testing and red team activities. A Penetration Tester creates test cases using in-depth technical analysis of risks and typical vulnerabilities and produce test scripts, materials and packs to test new and existing software or services. A Penetration Tester plans, coordinates and conducts cyber threat emulation activities in support of certification, accreditation, and operational priorities to verify deficiencies in technical security controls. A Penetration Tester provides remediation, technical advice, recommendations and consultancy on networks, infrastructure, products and services supplied to system owners.
Main task/s - Plan, coordinate and conduct cyber threat emulation activities
- Provide complex technical advice, recommendations and consultancy
- Communicate technical findings and recommendations
- Create test cases using in-depth technical analysis of risks and typical vulnerabilities
- Assess cyber threat intelligence and interpret threat reporting