Mobile App Penetration Tester

Job Description

We are on the hunt for a Mobile App Penetration Tester with expertise in penetration testing. This is a terrific opportunity to be a part of an accredited entity while also contributing to the creation of an existing offering.

Responsibilities

• Performs penetration testing and attack simulations on business-critical infrastructure including servers, networks, applications, web and mobile identify and resolve security flaws.
• Experiments with various methods attackers could use to exploit information security vulnerabilities.
• Uses standard methodologies and techniques for conducting penetration testing, including developing standard toolsets and automating testing.
• Completes security testing activities.
• Completes threats assessment reports that outline penetration test.
• Verifies potential targets for exploitation.
• Thoroughly validate, document findings/Proof of Concepts, and consicely communicate with stakeholders.
• Create, develop, maintain, automate and continually integrate new attack tactics and tools; Monitor and search new threat tactics and vectors, integrating them into the attack toolkit.

Job Requirements

Education:

• A bachelor's degree n computer science, information security, or a related field is preferred.

Technical Skills. You should be proficient in the following areas:

• Mobile app development and architecture (iOS, Android, and/or hybrid frameworks).
• Mobile app vulnerability assessment and penetration testing techniques.
• Mobile app reverse engineering and code analysis.
• Familiarity with security tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and Metasploit.
• Knowledge of programming languages, such as Java, Objective-C, Swift or Kotlin.
• Understanding of mobile app security standards, such as OWASP Mobile Top Ten, and general security best practices.

Experience:

• Having 2-5 years experience in mobile app development or mobile app penetration testing. Participating in Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, bug bounty programs, or open-source security projects can help demonstrate your skills and expertise.

Certifications:

• Holds relevant industry certifications such as eMAPT, OSWE/OSCP/CREST CRT, OSCE3, GWAPT, eWPTXv2, or equivalent.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills are essential for a mobile app penetration tester. You should be able to clearly document and report findings, as well as work collaboratively with other team members and stakeholders.

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