Penetration Tester
Test networks and IT systems for cyber security vulnerabilities.
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- What's it like to be a Penetration Tester?
- How to become a Penetration Tester
- Latest Penetration Tester jobs
- Top skills and experience for Penetration Testers
What's it like to be a Penetration Tester?
Penetration Testers simulate cyber attacks to identify weak points in the security of an organisation’s information systems. Through their tests, Penetration Testers can expose vulnerabilities. This allows other cyber security professionals to install or upgrade security measures, such as firewall software, to prevent future attacks from occurring. Penetration Testers can work in-house or on a contractual basis. They typically work on software projects and for organisations that hold large amounts of digital information, such as government departments.
Tasks and duties
- Planning and running vulnerability tests on information systems, software and networks.
- Identifying weak spots in a test environment or simulation.
- Communicating the results of tests to employers and other IT professionals.
- Providing security assessments and recommendations on upgrades required to enhance security.
- Keeping up to date with emerging trends and cyber security threats.
How to become a Penetration Tester
Employers typically prefer Penetration Tester candidates with a relevant degree and industry experience. Professional certifications can boost your employability.
- Complete a bachelor degree in cyber security, computer science, information technology or a related field.
- Gain industry experience. This could be through an internship while studying, or an entry-level role that introduces you to ethical hacking and programming languages.
- Consider advancing your skills with a postgraduate degree, such as a Master of Cyber Security or Master of Information Technology. Professional certifications, such as Certified Ethical Hacker, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or a bootcamp or short course, can also be beneficial.
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Find out how your salary compares with the average salary for Penetration Testers.Latest Penetration Tester jobs on SEEK
Be one of the first to discover these recently listed jobs, or browse all Penetration Tester jobs on SEEK right now.Cyber Security Analyst
Attribute Group
Sydney NSW
Full Time
Information & Communication Technology3d ago
Cyber Security Specialist
Compass Group
Perth WA
Full Time
Information & Communication Technology19h ago
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Penetration Tester employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Penetration Testing
OffSec Certified Professional Certificate
Security Testing
Web Applications
Metasploit Software
Remediation
Burp Suite
Cybersecurity
Vulnerability Assessment
Mobile App
Source: SEEK job ads and SEEK Profile data
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