Security Penetration Tester

Summary

Join Employment Hero, a fast-growing SaaS unicorn, as a Security Penetration Tester to safeguard sensitive data and ensure the security of the company's systems. This role involves proactively identifying, testing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities across applications and infrastructure.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a penetration testing environment
• Possessing OSCP is a must, with other offensive security certificates highly favourable
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• In-depth knowledge of common offensive security tools (Burp Suite, Cobalt Strike, Metasploit)
• Strong consultative skills, enabling effective communication of complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Meticulous attention to detail
• A strong desire to learn and expand knowledge in the field of information security

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing on web applications, networks, mobile platforms, and cloud environments
• Simulate real-world cyberattacks, including vulnerability assessments, social engineering, and physical security evaluations
• Identify, analyse, and document security vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies
• Work closely with IT teams, engineers, and management to implement security measures and close gaps
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, attack techniques, and security tools
• Prepare detailed reports that clearly communicate findings, risks, and remediation plans to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in red team exercises, security audits, and incident response simulations
• Identify gaps in people, processes, and technologies
• Vulnerability research on certain high-value applications or systems
• Develop proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate how vulnerabilities can be exploited

Benefits

• A generous budget for your home office
• Cutting-edge tools and technology
• Reward and recognition programs - because great work should be recognised and rewarded
• Cashback offers and discounts on popular brands through our Swag app
• Employee Share Option Program: be an owner of Employment Hero
• Annual Global Gathering - so far we’ve been to Thailand, Vietnam, Bali and are excited to meet in Dubai in September 2025