Senior Penetration Tester, Charleroi

Penetration Testing Execution:

Provide comprehensive web application, IT infrastructure, and application-level testing (including COTS and GOTS software) using defined methodologies. Vulnerability&Risk Analysis:

Assess security vulnerabilities within operating systems, software, protocols, and networks; evaluate risks and formulate actionable mitigation plans. Stakeholder Alignment:

Lead and participate in kick-off meetings to define testing requirements, scope, and rules of engagement. Reporting&Responsible Disclosure:

Write high-quality, structured technical reports in English. Follow the Responsible Disclosure Process for newly detected COTS vulnerabilities with vendors. Executive Briefings:

Brief stakeholders, technical teams, and high-level leadership (up to flag officer level) on security findings and assessment outcomes. Agile Sprint Delivery:

Execute tasks and report outcomes within a 1-week sprint framework, tracking activities inside JIRA. Skill, Knowledge&Experience:

Education&Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in an IT-heavy technical subject with 3 years of post-related experience. Alternatively, 10 years of extensive and progressive penetration testing experience can compensate for a degree. Core Technical Expertise:

Minimum 3 years of deep experience in web application and infrastructure penetration testing, network security architecture design, and UNIX/Windows system administration. Tooling&Scripting:

Strong proficiency with industry-recognized penetration testing tools and scripting skills in at least one language (Python, Go, PowerShell, or Shell). Advanced Security Concepts:

Solid understanding of authentication protocols, cryptography, application security, malware infection techniques, and defensive technologies. Desirable Certifications:

Professional certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, GPEN, CREST Certified Web Application Tester, GXPN, or GWAPT. Language&Environment:

Thorough proficiency in English is required. Prior experience in an international military/civilian environment or knowledge of NATO structures is highly beneficial. Security Clearance:

Must possess a valid, active NATO Secret security clearance.

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