Security Vulnerability and Penetration Testing Engineer

4 hours ago

Bonifacio Global Metro Manila, Philippines HCM Nexus Full time ₱1,200,000 - ₱2,400,000 per year
Security Vulnerability and Penetration Testing Engineer

Work Setup: Hybrid (8x onsite per month - BGC, Taguig)

Schedule: Morning shift (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

Must be amenable to render overtime, work on weekends and/or Philippine holidays if needed.

About the Role

The Security Vulnerability and Penetration Testing Engineer is responsible for assessing and improving the organization's security posture. This role will perform web application penetration tests, identify and assess vulnerabilities, and provide clear and actionable recommendations. You will ensure that security risks are properly identified, documented, and communicated to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments for web applications and systems.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) activities.
  • Manage and maintain VAPT tools, platforms, and processes.
  • Produce detailed, easy-to-understand assessment reports with clear risk-based recommendations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address identified vulnerabilities and support remediation plans.
  • Participate in security reviews and provide insights to strengthen overall cybersecurity defenses.
  • Stay updated with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

  • Certifications:

  • Required: CISSP and Offensive Security OSCP (or equivalent experience in penetration testing).

  • Preferred: GIAC GPEN or GWAPT certifications.

  • Experience:

  • 3–5 years of experience focused on Web Application Penetration Testing (Network Pen testers not applicable).

  • Strong understanding of risk management principles and ability to communicate risk clearly.
  • Experience creating reports and explaining findings to non-technical audiences.
  • Proficient in using VAPT tools such as Nessus, AppScan, Burp Suite, Nipper, Trustwave, and frameworks such as Wireshark, Kali, Metasploit.
  • Knowledge of OWASP Top 10, CVE, and common security exploits.
  • Familiarity with cloud and mobile penetration testing is an advantage.

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to stay composed under pressure and work independently.
  • Passionate about cybersecurity and continuous learning.

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