Cyber Security Engineer

We are looking to hire a Cyber Security Engineer with strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in web applications, network security, and hardware security, with the ability to identify vulnerabilities, execute penetration tests, and recommend effective mitigations. The role requires an individual who is detail-oriented, able to work under pressure, and capable of delivering results within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct web application penetration testing using established methodologies (e. g., OWASP).
• Perform network penetration testing and identify system-level vulnerabilities.
• Conduct hardware-level security assessments and penetration tests on embedded systems, PCBs, SoCs, firmware, and IoT devices.
• Perform side-channel analysis, fault injection, and reverse engineering of hardware and firmware.
• Analyze firmware images for vulnerabilities using both static and dynamic methods.
• Analyze existing security measures and recommend improvements.
• Document findings, provide detailed risk assessments, and deliver remediation strategies.
• Advise on and implement security best practices across applications and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to ensure secure design and implementation.
• Stay current with evolving threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
• If experienced, conduct mobile application penetration testing (preferred, not mandatory).

Requirements:

• A degree in computer science, IT, systems engineering, or a related qualification.
• Core experience and profound knowledge in application and infrastructure security testing.
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with application and infrastructure vulnerabilities, automated/manual testing, auditing, and remediation techniques.
• Strong understanding of OWASP threat classification.
• Experience with standard security tools such as Metasploit, SQLMap, Nmap, OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, etc.
• Experience with network/infrastructure vulnerability assessment tools such as Nessus, Qualys, etc.
• Experience with establishing penetration testing procedures and processes.
• Proficiency in any one of the scripting languages like Python, C++, Java, Ruby, Node, Go, and/or PowerShell.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Great awareness of cybersecurity trends and hacking techniques.

Good to have:

• Understanding of server- and client-side application development.
• Experience with performing code review, wireless, and firewall assessments.
• Experience in evasion techniques to bypass firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Experience with mobile application penetration testing, APIs, etc.
• Knowledge of Application Architecture Review and Threat Modelling concepts
• Security Certifications: OSCP, OSEE, OSCE, etc.

Skills

Burp, Metasploit, Nessus, Nmap, OWASP, penetration, penetration testing, pentest, security