One of our federal govt clients is seeking to engage
Lead Penetration Tester
for
Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide
Please note candidate must have
NV1 security clearance
Extension term details -24
months
Location of work -
Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide
Working arrangements -Hybrid
Job details
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.
Cyber Security Penetration Testers conduct complex penetration testing and highly sensitive vulnerability assessment activities. They simulate different types of cyber security attacks and develop penetration testing methodologies.
Key duties and responsibilities
oversee the execution of test cases using in-depth technical analysis of risks and typical vulnerabilities
lead cyber penetration testing and vulnerability assessments using relevant tools and methods against a variety of technologies
conduct and lead complex threat simulation activities to identify weaknesses and/or opportunities in technical security controls
oversee the catalogue of test findings and potential measures
oversee and approve security testing plans
provide highly technical subject matter expertise to system owners and stakeholders to improve system security posture
conduct highly complex analysis and research to identify improvements to cyber threat tools, techniques and procedures
manage and coordinate a variety of risk analysis and assessments on cyber security matters




perform web application and mobile penetration testing against complex enterprise platforms using a variety of technologies
conduct infrastructure penetration testing against enterprise grade systems
collaborate with system owners to develop test scope and preparation for testing ensuring remediation has been completed effectively
review reports, briefs and documentation and communicate technical findings and recommendations
transfer highly technical skills and knowledge to other staff through continuous coaching and on-the-job training to support succession planning
lead and support the operations of a team, including setting priorities and managing performance, resources and workflows
exercise delegations in line with legislation and guidelines.
Knowledge / Qualifications
Desirable qualifications but not mandatory:
CompTIA Security +, CompTIA PenTest +, Certified Ethical Hacker, CREST Registered Penetration Tester, Offensive Security Certified(OSCE3), GIAC Penetration Tester
1.Forensics: Level 4 (CIISEC)
Undertakes basic forensic tasks (e.g. first responder) without supervision. Has some experience of more complex tasks (e.g. using specialist tools to recover, preserve and analyse data) under supervision.
2.Penetration Testing and conducting Simulated Attack Exercises: Level 5 (CIISEC)
Uses commercial and bespoke tools to conduct complex penetration testing without close supervision and/or leads teams undertaking complex penetration tests. Undertakes penetration exploits as part of a simulated attack exercise under direction. Appropriate and relevant certifications include CHECK Team Leader, CREST Certified Tester (Infrastructure or Web Applications) or equivalents.
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📌 Lead Penetration Tester -Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne And Adelaide
🏢 IT Alliance Australia
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