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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Ethical Hacker
Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Ethical Hacker to join our cybersecurity team. As an Ethical Hacker, you will be responsible for identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities in our systems and networks. You will use your expertise to simulate cyber-attacks and develop strategies to protect our digital assets. Your role will involve conducting penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of our data. You will work closely with other IT professionals to implement security measures and provide recommendations for improving our security posture. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of various hacking techniques, tools, and methodologies, as well as a deep knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and application security. You should be able to think like a hacker to anticipate potential threats and develop effective countermeasures. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this role. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have a proven track record in ethical hacking, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct penetration testing on networks, applications, and systems.
- Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in various environments.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits.
- Develop and implement security measures to protect digital assets.
- Simulate cyber-attacks to test the effectiveness of security controls.
- Collaborate with IT teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
- Provide recommendations for improving security posture.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest hacking techniques and security trends.
- Document findings and create detailed reports for management.
- Assist in the development of security policies and procedures.
- Train and educate staff on security best practices.
- Participate in incident response and forensic investigations.
- Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Perform code reviews to identify security flaws.
- Monitor and analyze security alerts and logs.
- Conduct social engineering tests to assess human vulnerabilities.
- Work with third-party vendors to address security issues.
- Develop and maintain security documentation.
- Participate in security-related projects and initiatives.
Requirements
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- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or equivalent certification.
- Proven experience in ethical hacking and penetration testing.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and application security.
- Familiarity with various hacking tools and methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to think like a hacker to anticipate potential threats.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience with security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
- Experience with security tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark.
- Understanding of cloud security and virtualization technologies.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong ethical standards and integrity.
- Experience with incident response and forensic investigations.
- Knowledge of social engineering techniques.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and threats.
- Willingness to continuously improve skills and knowledge.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe a time when you successfully identified and mitigated a security vulnerability?
- What tools and methodologies do you use for penetration testing?
- How do you stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends?
- Can you explain the process you follow when conducting a vulnerability assessment?
- How do you approach simulating a cyber-attack on a network or system?
- What steps do you take to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a security policy or procedure you have developed?
- How do you handle situations where you discover a critical vulnerability in a live environment?
- What experience do you have with incident response and forensic investigations?
- How do you educate and train staff on security best practices?
- Can you discuss a challenging ethical dilemma you faced in your career?
- What programming languages are you proficient in, and how do you use them in your work?
- How do you prioritize and manage multiple security projects simultaneously?
- What experience do you have with cloud security and virtualization technologies?
- Can you describe a successful social engineering test you conducted?
- How do you document and report your findings to management?
- What strategies do you use to collaborate effectively with other IT teams?
- How do you evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies?
- What measures do you take to protect sensitive data during penetration testing?
- Can you explain the importance of ethical standards in your role as an Ethical Hacker?
